This week Vino is celebrating the wines of Alto Adige, in collaboration with the Italian Trade Commission.

Latin and Teutonic culture and language may seem world’s apart, but they co-exist side-by-side in the northern Italian region of Trentino-Alto Adige. While Trentino is historically Italian, the northernmost province of Alto Adige (which shares a border with Austria and Switzerland) is officially bilingual, and known as Südtirol to the predominantly German-speaking population.

Many grape varieties thrive in Alto Adige’s Alpine climate, yet the province is so mountainous that only a fraction of the land is available for cultivation. However, consumers are discovering that the challenge of growing vines and a relatively small output has put an emphasis on overall quality. Alto Adige is today responsible for producing some of Italy’s most delightful wines, including fresh summer whites and light, bright reds which are best enjoyed during the summer months.

You can taste five of our favorite wines from Alto Adige this Friday as part of our Monster Tasting:

Köfererhof Kerner Alto Adige Valle Isarco 2008
$30

Castel Sallegg Moscato Giallo 2008
$21

Castel Sallegg Lagrein Rosé 2009
$18

Viticoltori Alto Adige Schiava San Pietro 2009
$15

Castel Sallegg Schiava Bischofsleiten 2009
$20

Monster Tasting
Friday, July 2
5:30-7:30pm

Tasting is free – no reservation required. For more information please contact 212-725-6516 or info@vinosite.com.