Arunda Vivaldi mountain sparkling cellar ★ 4.6
Arunda is the Vivaldi family's high-altitude sparkling cellar at Meltina (Moelten) on the Tschoegglberg plateau, at 1,200 m altitude per the cellar's own site. Founded 1979, the cellar produces traditional-method sparkling exclusively. The cool altitude gives a high-acidity, long-ageing sparkling profile.
The list: Talento Alto Adige traditional-method sparkling at 1,200 m altitude; Cuvee Blanc de Blancs, Brut Rose, Vivaldi Extra Brut
Tip: Arunda sits at 1,200 m altitude per the cellar's own documentation. Tastings include the Vivaldi Extra Brut and the rare Marianna Vintage Cuvee. Book at least a week ahead.