The Noce Valleys comprise the Val di Non and the Val di Sole, an Alpine region traversed by the River Noce and characterised by a landscape in which mountains, lakes, woods and farmland coexist in a distinctive balance. From a wine-growing perspective, the most representative heart of the region lies in the lower Val di Non, particularly on the slopes overlooking Lake Santa Giustina, where viticulture thrives in mountainous conditions on plots that are often terraced.
The climate is characterised by sunny summers, significant temperature variations between day and night, and air currents that help to preserve the freshness and aromatic integrity of the grapes. The varying exposures of the slopes allow for the ripening process to be modulated, whilst the presence of water and the altitude create microclimates favourable to the development of aromas. The soils, formed by glacial action and alluvial deposits from the River Noce, have a variable composition; in some areas, components of volcanic origin also emerge, lending further character to the local wines.
The flagship grape variety of the Noce Valleys is Groppello di Revò, a native red grape variety with centuries-old ties to the Val di Non. Grown by hand on the most rugged slopes, it produces wines with intense colour, a fresh structure and fruity and spicy notes, often enhanced by ageing in small wooden barrels. Alongside this local identity, varieties such as Müller Thurgau, Pinot Noir, Traminer and Chardonnay also find their place here; at high altitudes, they express elegance, aromatic finesse and natural tension.
Viticulture in the Valli del Noce combines traditional practices with a contemporary approach: targeted pruning, manual labour, grape selection and winemaking methods that respect the fruit go hand in hand with an agricultural history deeply rooted in the villages, the terraced fields and the culture of the valley communities.