In the Italian wine landscape, Alto Adige stands out as one of the crown jewels, a region where the connection between winemaker, land, and grape variety is reflected in an array of top-tier wines. This year, 24 wines from the region received the prestigious Tre Bicchieri award in the Vini d'Itali guide, a number that captures the intricate complexity of Alto Adige’s wine production.
In Alto Adige, diverse production realities coexist, from small winemakers producing from just a few hectares, to large cooperative structures, historic provincial wineries, and smaller vineyards contributing their grapes to wineries. What remains consistent, however, is the meticulous care taken in vineyard management and the careful attention to all winemaking processes, aiming to produce wines that reflect the radiance of this region.
Tre Bicchieri 2025 from Alto Adige: red wines
Looking at the extensive list of award-winning Alto Adige wines, we encounter a broad and multifaceted selection of grape varieties. Notably, red wines have seen an increase in recognition compared to last year. Alongside three elegant and captivating Pinot Noirs from Cantina Merano, Tenuta Pfitscher, and San Michele Appiano, three robust Lagrein wines proudly stand out: the vigorous Riserva '21 from Georg Ramoser’s Untermoserhof, the solid Taber Riserva '22 from Cantina Bozen, and the powerful Vigna Klosteranger Riserva '20 from Muri Gries.
Rounding out the strong showing for red wines are two Schiava-based wines: the Santa Maddalena Vigna Premstallerhof from Tenuta Hans Rottensteiner and Lago di Caldaro Quintessenz from Cantina Kaltern, along with a bold Cabernet Sauvignon, the Freienfeld Riserva '20 from Cantina Kurtatsch.
Tre Bicchieri 2025 from Alto Adige: white wines
On the white wine side, the choice is vast, ranging from Sauvignon Blancs to Pinot Biancos, Chardonnays, Rieslings, Sylvaners, and more. It's difficult to highlight them all in just a few lines.
Tre Bicchieri 2025 from Alto Adige: the newcomer
We conclude by mentioning a noteworthy debut on the top podium of this edition: the Comitissa Riserva '20 from Lorenz Martini, a sparkling wine of great tension and finesse.
Tre Bicchieri 2025 from Alto Adige: the award-winning wines
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