The Vinschgau Valley is one of South Tyrol’s most exciting wine-growing areas – alpine, pure, and full of character. Located in the far west of the region, it stretches along the upper Adige River toward Malles, marked by dry, well-drained soils, intense sunlight, and wide temperature swings. These conditions give rise to wines with striking freshness, precision, and pronounced minerality.
White grape varieties such as Riesling, Pinot Blanc, and Sylvaner thrive here. A perfect example is the Riesling “Gletscherschiefer” from Unterortl, grown on glacial slate soils near Castel Juval – a salty, elegant wine with great aging potential. Red wine also shines in Vinschgau, especially Pinot Noir. The small estate Josmoar crafts a nuanced Blauburgunder (Pinot Noir) DOC Vinschgau that impresses with clarity, finesse, and a strong sense of origin.
The Vinschgau is thus an alpine insider tip for lovers of artisanal wines – precise, vibrant, and unmistakably terroir-driven.
