Alpi Retiche

About the wine

The Alpi Retiche IGT, formerly known as Terrazze Retiche di Sondrio, covers a unique mountain viticulture zone in the Lombardy region, specifically within the province of Sondrio. The area is defined by its dramatic terraced vineyards, supported by over 2,500 km of dry-stone walls, and a climate moderated by the proximity of Lake Como and the protection of the Rhaetian Alps. The IGT is highly permissive, allowing for a wide range of wine styles including white, red, rosato, passito, late harvest (vendemmia tardiva), and Metodo Classico sparkling wines. The production is characterized by steep slopes, high diurnal temperature variations, and sandy, granitic soils. The disciplinare emphasizes the historical human contribution to the landscape and the use of traditional viticultural practices, allowing for any grape variety authorized for cultivation in the Lombardy region to be used, provided they meet the specific quality requirements for each wine type.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production area is located in the province of Sondrio, Lombardy, encompassing the administrative territories of 35 municipalities, including Sondrio, Tirano, Morbegno, and Chiavenna. The vineyards are primarily situated on the southern-exposed slopes of the Rhaetian Alps, ranging from 300 to 700 meters above sea level, characterized by steep, terraced terrain along the Adda river valley.