Ep 269 - Alto Adige Explained | Italy's Alpine Wine Region, Indigenous Grapes & Wine Travel
About this episode
Janina explores Alto Adige, Italy's unique wine region, with Eduard Bernhart, discussing indigenous grapes and wine travel insights.
In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina explores Alto Adige (Südtirol), one of Italy's most exciting wine regions, with Eduard Bernhart, Director of Alto Adige Wines. If you're looking to learn about wine, discover new wine regions, understand indigenous wine grapes, or plan an unforgettable wine travel adventure, this episode is your complete guide to one of Europe's most distinctive Alpine wine destinations. From indigenous wine grapes like Schiava and Lagrein to internationally renowned varieties including Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir, this episode uncovers how altitude, geology, climate and culture combine to create truly distinctive wines. Along the way, Janina and Eduard discuss mountain vineyards, Michelin-starred restaurants, cooperative winemaking, sustainable viticulture and why Alto Adige deserves to be at the top of every wine travel itinerary. Whether you're a curious wine lover, studying wine, planning a wine holiday or simply looking for your next favourite bottle, this wine podcast is packed with expert insights, practical tasting knowledge and plenty of inspiration for your next wine adventure. Shownotes 03:28 – Alto Adige…
People in this episode
Host: Janina Doyle
Guest: Eduard Bernhart
Topics covered
- Alto Adige wine region
- indigenous grapes
- wine travel
- sustainable viticulture
- Michelin-starred restaurants
- cooperative winemaking
Keywords
- Alto Adige
- Südtirol
- indigenous grapes
- wine travel
- Schiava
- Lagrein
- Pinot Grigio
- sustainable viticulture
- Michelin-starred restaurants
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Alto Adige Wines
Products: Schiava, Lagrein, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir
Places: Alto Adige, Südtirol, Italy, Europe
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