SommCon San Diego: Alto Adige: A World Apart

Alto Adige: A World Apart Friday, November 15, 2019, 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM The wine region of Alto Adige benefits from the best of the Alpine and Mediterranean cultures and climates, resulting in a lifestyle and wines that are both unique and complex. A region synonymous with diversity, Alto Adige brings together the spirit of Italy blended with that of its bordering countries. Here, the indigenous Lagrein and Schiava thrive, but international treasures such as Pinot Bianco and Gewurzraminer have also found a home. Explore this land of contracts with us and give a nod to its historical roots and modern-day life. Key takeaways: 1. Explore how international grapes such as Pinot Grigio & Pinot Bianco can actually be expressive. Ex: Everyone “needs” a Pinot Grigio on their wine list – it might as well be one you are excited about. And how international grapes can find a “home” in a new region. 2. Explore the unique varieties of Alto Adige including Schiava, Lagrein, and Kerner and others 3. Understand how the diversity of a region can actually be a strength offering something for every palate that can easily translate to your wine list.

Cantina Terlan

Porphyr Riserva Alto Adige - Südtirol Lagrein

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SommCon San Diego 2019: Alto Adige: A World Apart - Friday, November 15 — 5 years ago

Elena Walch

Beyond the Clouds Alto Adige Bianco Chardonnay Blend 2017

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SommCon San Diego 2019: Alto Adige: A World Apart - Friday, November 15 — 5 years ago

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Alois Lageder

Vigneti delle Dolmiti IGT Pinot Bianco 2017

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SommCon San Diego 2019: Alto Adige: A World Apart - Friday, November 15 — 5 years ago

Castelfeder

Burgum Novum Riserva Pinot Nero

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SommCon San Diego 2019: Alto Adige: A World Apart - Friday, November 15 — 5 years ago

Kurtatsch Cortaccia (Michael Chiarrelo)

Kofl Alto Adige - Südtirol Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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SommCon San Diego 2019: Alto Adige: A World Apart - Friday, November 15 — 5 years ago

Cantina Tramin

Südtirol - Alto Adige Gewürztraminer 2017

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SommCon San Diego 2019: Alto Adige: A World Apart - Friday, November 15 — 5 years ago

Abbazia di Novacella (Stiftskellerei Neustift)

Alto Adige - Valle Isarco Kerner 2019

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SommCon San Diego 2019: Alto Adige: A World Apart - Friday, November 15 — 5 years ago