Termeno and its wines

Termeno, also known by its German name of Tramin, is one of the most famous wine villages of theAlto Adige / Südtirol, located along the Wine Route between Bolzano e Cortaccia.
This small village is the cradle of the Gewürztraminer, one of the world's most appreciated aromatic grape varieties, which takes its name from Termeno itself.

Thanks to sunny slopes rising to 400-500 metres in altitude, limestone-clay and porphyry soils, and a an Alpine-Mediterranean climate with wide temperature swings, the wines of Termeno are known for aromatic concentration, freshness and mineral finesse.

What is the Termeno wine district?

Termeno falls within the appellation:

• Alto Adige DOC → In particular under the designation Alto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC, reserved for Gewürztraminer produced in the area.

Production focuses on aromatic, structured white wines, but in recent years there have also been excellent Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon Blanc e Pinot Nero thanks to the different terroirs of the hamlets of Sella, Ronchi e The village of Termeno.

The cooperatives and private wineries of Termeno are among the most awarded internationally for the consistent quality and the identity of their wines.

Characteristics of Termeno Wines

Colour

• Whites (Gewürztraminer): Deep golden yellow, bright.

• Fresh whites: Straw yellow with greenish highlights (Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon).

• Reds (Pinot Nero): Luminous ruby red, with garnet highlights.

Aromas

• Fruity: Lychee, mango, peach and citrus in the Gewürztraminer; green apple and pear in the Pinot Bianco; red fruit in the Pinot Nero.

• Floral: Rose petals and orange blossom in the Gewürztraminers.

• Spicy and Mineral: Cloves, white pepper, salinity in the whites; undergrowth in the reds.

Palate

• Aromatic and Soft: In the Gewürztraminer wines, with full body and a long finish.

• Fresh and Taut: In the younger whites such as Sauvignon and Pinot Bianco.

• Elegant and Fruity: In the high-altitude Pinot Nero wines.

Typical Grape Varieties of Termeno

White Grape Varieties

• Gewürztraminer: Iconic, aromatic, spicy, soft.

• Pinot Bianco (Weißburgunder): Fresh, mineral and fruity.

• Sauvignon Blanc: Aromatic, taut and savoury.

• Chardonnay: Found in blends or made as a single variety.

Black Grape Varieties

• Pinot Nero (Blauburgunder): Elegant, fruity and with good acidity.

Why Choose a Wine from Termeno?

A wine from Termeno is the perfect choice for anyone who loves great aromatic whites, able to concentration, elegance and longevity.
The Gewürztraminers of Termeno are perfect with spicy Asian cooking, foie gras, shellfish, blue cheeses and spiced desserts, while the Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon are ideal with fish, vegetarian dishes and delicate starters.