The Bolzano wine-growing region stretches around the city basin and its sun-drenched slopes, in a part of South Tyrol where the Alpine climate takes on a distinct Mediterranean character. Sunny days, warm summers, a gentle breeze and significant temperature variations between day and night promote full ripening, preserving aromas and flavour complexity.
The wine-growing landscape alternates between hillsides, terraces and alluvial plains. In the northern, hilly sections, porphyry soils are found, often loose and well-drained, whilst in the Gries area, alluvial soils rich in sand and gravel prevail, capable of storing heat and supporting the full ripening of red grapes.
Schiava is the star of Santa Maddalena’s wines: fragrant, elegant and juicy reds with a more enveloping structure than other interpretations of the variety, thanks to Bolzano’s unique microclimate. In Gries, Lagrein finds one of its historic birthplaces: it produces deep, velvety and spicy wines, as well as the Kretzer rosé. Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Cabernet and Moscato Rosa are also grown here.
Tradition coexists with viticulture focused on sustainability and winemaking methods that respect the identity of the terroir, ranging from ageing in large oak casks to preserve finesse to more advanced ageing techniques to enhance complexity and longevity.