Distilleria Roner ★ 4.7
Third-generation Roner family distillery in Termeno, founded 1946 by Gottfried Roner, producing grappas of Termeno's signature varietals plus Williams pear brandy and the Z44 gin. Guided cellar tours from April to October.
A guide to distilleries in Alto Adige.
Distilleries in Alto Adige
Distilleria L. Psenner ★ 4.5
Psenner family distillery in Termeno, founded 1947 by Ludwig Psenner, producing grappa from the surrounding vineyards plus Williams and apple brandies. Wednesday 11:30am guided tours April to October.
Distilleria Alfons Walcher ★ 4.5
Walcher family distillery at the Turmbachhof in Frangart, founded 1966 by Alfons Walcher and producing over a million bottles a year of fruit spirits, grappa and Williams. Shop open Monday-Friday and Saturday morning.
Distilleria Privata Unterthurner ★ 4.6
Third-generation Unterthurner private distillery at the Priami Manor in Marlengo, founded 1947 by Ignaz Unterthurner, with 60 spirits produced from Marling pears, Villandro stone pine and Merano marc. Guided tours and tastings by appointment.
Distilleria Pircher ★ 4.5
Pircher family distillery in Lana with over 120 years of production, founded 1884 when the Pircher brothers took over the Teutonic Order's local convent cellar; producing grappa, Williams pear and fruit liqueurs at scale.
Hofbrennerei Reichneggerhof ★ 4.5
Hollrigl family farm distillery at the 15th-century Reichneggerhof above Lana, producing single-cask Lagrein grappa, fruit brandies and herbal liqueurs. Monday and Friday 5pm tours plus by-appointment.
Distilleries in Alto Adige, FAQ
When is the best time to visit Alto Adige for wine?
Peak wine-travel season in Alto Adige is spring through autumn, with harvest the standout window.
Do I need an appointment to taste at Alto Adige estates?
classified-growth and grand-cru estates require booking days to weeks ahead; smaller family domaines often take walk-ins midweek.
What hours do Alto Adige cellars and tasting rooms keep?
most estates open 10:00 to 17:00 by appointment, often closed Sunday and Monday.
How does tipping work at Alto Adige tastings?
tipping is not expected at tastings; buying a bottle from the cellar door is the customary thank-you.
What is the one wine to try in Alto Adige?
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Alto Adige rewards trust.