The Treviso Pre-Alps form a transitional wine-growing belt between the Veneto plain and the Pre-Alpine hills, where vines thrive on the hills, slopes and valleys shaped by the River Piave and its tributaries. The landscape alternates between sun-exposed slopes, parallel ridges and cooler areas near the woods, with vineyards often situated on sloping terrain that promotes natural water drainage.
The climate is influenced by the protection offered by the northern Pre-Alps and, at the same time, by the air currents rising from the plain. Sunny days, breezes and the temperature variations between day and night help to preserve the grapes’ acidity and define crisp, floral and fruity aromas. Rainfall spread throughout the year sustains the vegetation, whilst the hilly terrain creates a rich variety of microclimates.
From a geological perspective, the area has a complex composition, comprising marl, sandstone, conglomerates and limestone substrates of sedimentary origin. These materials, shaped by tectonic forces and erosion, give rise to soils that vary in depth, texture and moisture-retention capacity, allowing the terroir to be expressed in a multifaceted way through the wines.
Alongside Glera, the key grape variety in Treviso’s winemaking tradition, the region also cultivates Verdiso, Bianchetta Trevigiana, Perera, Incrocio Manzoni, Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon, Merlot, Raboso and other authorised varieties. The range includes fresh, fragrant white wines; semi-sparkling and sparkling wines produced mainly through secondary fermentation in a pressure tank; as well as rosés and reds of varying body. Selective harvesting, soft pressing, temperature-controlled fermentation and ageing in stainless steel enhance the varietal aroma and the identity of the individual vineyard slopes. The local winemaking history is also linked to the oenological tradition of Conegliano, a centre for research, training and experimentation that has helped to shape the wine culture of the Treviso Pre-Alps.