An Afternoon in the Dolomites, in Obereggen, at the Foot of the Latimar Massif - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

From June 16 to July 3, 2025, Annette and I spent time in wine country Italy, by car.

For an overview of the whole trip, go here: Wine Country Italy - Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige - in the Summer of 2025 

Fifth Stop: Trentino-Alto Adige

 

The last stop of our Italy wine tour 2025 was the Trentino-Alto Adige region. We stayed 3 nights in Lana at Hotel Tiefenbrunn and 3 nights in Bolzano at Hotel Laurien.

 

We visited 10 wineries, most of them during the second half of the stop when we were based in Bolzano. 

 

While in Lana, we had a light dinner at Hotel Im Tiefenbrunn in Lana and went out for dinner to Sissi (1 Star Michelin) in Merano and to Gasthaus Appollonia (Bib Gourmand Michelin), up in the mountains, above Nalles. 

 

While in Bolzano, we had dinner at Toma by Lisa (wine bar), Loewengrube in Bolzano (Michelin listed) and Voegele (Bib Gourmand Michelin) in Bolzano.   

The Dolomites

We went to Obereggen, a mountain village and popular ski resort located at the foot of the Latemar massif in the Dolomites

The Dolomites (GoogleAI based)

The Dolomites are

a mountain range in northeastern Italy, famous for pale limestone peaks that turn pink and orange at sunset, a phenomenon called enrosadira. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009, the area offers beautiful scenery, a mix of Italian and Austro-Hungarian cultures, and many outdoor activities year-round.  

Location: The Dolomites are in the northern Italian Alps, spanning Veneto, Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, and Friuli-Venezia Giulia.  

Unique geology: The mountains are made of dolomite, a carbonate rock. This gives the peaks their pale color. The mineral was named after geologist Déodat Gratet de Dolomieu.  

Tri-lingual culture: The region borders the former Austro-Hungarian Empire, resulting in a mix of Italian, German, and Ladin cultures. Road signs often appear in three languages.  

World War I history: The Dolomites were a major battlefront during World War I. Hikers can explore via ferrata ("iron paths")—climbing routes with cables and ladders built by soldiers. 

Wine Country Italy - Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige - in the Summer of 2025

 

From June 16 to July 3, 2025, Annette and I spent time in wine country Italy, by car.

 

For an overview, go to:  Wine Country Italy - Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige - in the Summer of 2025

 

 

Postings

Wine Country Italy - Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige - in the Summer of 2025  

Lake Como 

At Villa Almana in Cernobbio at Lake Como - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025 

Bolgheri 

Dinner at La Tana del Pirata in Marina di Castagneto Carducci, Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Winery Tour and Tasting at Tenuta Argentiera, Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Florentine Steak - Dario Cecchini Selection - for Lunch at Osteria Magona in Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Running into Marco Balsimelli, Production Director, Ornellaia and Masseto, at Osteria Magona, Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Vineyard Tour, Cellar Tour and Tasting at La Macchiole, Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Visiting Vigna Lodovico and Tasting Lodovico Antinori's Cult Wines Lodovico and Il Nicchio with his Assistant at Locanda dell' Aioncino - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025 

Dinner at Locanda dell' Aioncino, Bibbona, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Tasting the Wines of Tenuta di Biserno and Staying at Relais di Biserno, Bibbona, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Tenuta San Guido (Sassicaia): Barrel Cellar Tour and Tasting - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Bistecca alla Fiorentina for Lunch at Osteria Enoteca San Guido (Sassicaia), Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Vineyard Tour, Cellar Tour and Tasting at Ornellaia, Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Dinner at La Pineta, with Chef/ Co-owner Daniele Zazzeri, a Michelin Starred Seafood Restaurant, at Marina die Bibbona, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025 

Cellar Tour and Tasting at Grattamacco, a Benchmark Producer in Bolgheri, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

Lunch at La Tana del Pirata in Marina di Castagneto Carducci/ Bolgheri/ Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Bolgheri Turning into an Open Air Restaurant - "Cena in Strada" Dinner 2025: Al Fresco Dinner in the Streets of Bolgheri, Tuscany, with Hundreds of other Wine Lovers - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Chianti Classico 

 

3 Days at Fattoria e Villa di Rignana in the Chianti Classico Region (Tuscany) - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Dinner at Cantinetta di Rignana on a Large Terrace with Breathtaking Views of the Chianti Hills - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Tasting and Winery Tour at Fattoria di Rignana, Chianti Classico, Tuscany, with Owner/ Winemaker Cosimo Gericke - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Returning to Badia a Coltibuono in Chianti Classico: 2025 and 2012 - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Returning to Barone Ricasoli Winery (2025 and 2011): A Historical Cornerstone of Chianti Classico - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025 

 

At the Antinori Nel Chianti Classico Winery, Marchesi Antinori's State-of-the-art Winery in Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Isole et Olena Winery, a Major Force behind the Chianti Renaissance in the 1970s - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Fattoria Nittardi in Chianti Classico, Tuscany: Art and Wine - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Badia a Passignano in Chianti Classico, the Historic Benedictine Abbey and Producer of the Badia a Passignano Chianti Classico Gran Selezione - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Sunset Dinner at Locanda Poggio al Sole (Hill in the Sun Inn) in Chianti Classico - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

(Brunello di) Montalcino and (Vino Nobile di) Montepulciano

 

2 Nights at Le Ragnaie, a Leading Brunello di Montalcino Producer, for Touring Montalcino and Montepulciano - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Altesino, a Brunello di Montalcino Producer known for Several Innovations (Us of French Barriques, Single Vineyard Concept, Brunello Futures) in Montalcino, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Argiano, one of the Oldest and most Prestigious Wineries in Montalcino - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Castello Banfi, a Renowned Winery and a Luxury Boutique Hotel, in Montalcino, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

A Brunello di Montalcino for Dinner in Montalcino at La Sosta Bistro Wine Bar - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Dinner at Taverna del Grappolo Blu - Traditional Tavern, Michelin Bib Gourmand, Extensive Brunello di Montalcino Wine List - in Montalcino, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Cantina Contucci, a Winery Located in the Heart of Montepulciano, just off the Main Square - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Wine Cellar and Vineyard Tour at Poderi Boscarelli, a Renowned Family-run Winery of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Tuscany, with Owner Luca de Ferrari - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Poliziano, a Leading Producer of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, in Montepulciano, Tuscany - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025 

 

Trentino - Alto Adige

 

3 Nights at Hotel Im Tiefenbrunn in Lana, near Merano, in Alto Adige - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

A Morning in the Historic Laubengasse, the Arcades of Merano, Built Around 1200 by Count Meinhard II - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

An Afternoon in the Mountains of Merano, Alto Adige: Pavicolo and Monte San Vigilio - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

7-course Tasting Menu Settepiatti at Restaurant Sissi (1 Star Michelin) of Chef Andrea Fenoglio in Merano, Alto Adige - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Apero (Cantina Merano Riserva 36 Brut) at Cantina Merano in Merano, Alto Adige, before Dinner at Restaurant Sissi - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Dinner at Gasthaus Apollonia (Bib Gourmand Michelin) high up in the Mountains of Alto Adige: "Handcrafted meals, regional ingredients, and a great team. Up here, nature sets the pace. Simply enjoy the unobstructed view of meadows, woods, and the Dolomite mountains." - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Tasting Lagrein at Muri Gries, a Historic Monastery and Winery in the City of Bolzano, Alto Adige, Italy, an Estate known for its Focus on the Native Lagrein Grape Variety - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Toma by Lisa: Our Go-to Wine Bar in Bolzano, Alto Adige - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Menu Degustazione and Wine Cellar Tour with Sommelier Junior Nunez at the Michelin-listed Restaurant Loewengrube, Winner of the 2025 Prize for South Tyrolean Wine Culture, in Bolzano, Alto Adige - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

Meeting Winemaker Myrtha Foradori Zierock again, this Time at her Home, Azienda Agricola Foradori in Trentino, Italy - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Cantina Kurtatsch, Alto Adige: Futuristic Building, Breathtaking View, Vast Range of Vineyard Elevations - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Tenuta Hofstaetter, the first Winery in Alto Adige to use the Vigna (Single Vineyard) Designation on its Labels (in 1987) - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Elena Walch, the Architect turned Winemaker, the First Front Woman in the Alto Adige Wine Sector - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At the Manincor Estate in Caldaro, Alto Adige, Itlay: Large, Biodynamical and with a Winemaking History dating back to the 1600s - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Alois Lageder in Magreid/Margrè , a Pioneer Paving the Way for Biodynamic Wine Growing in Alto Adige - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025

 

At Stiftskellerei Neustift, or Abbazia di Novacella, near Brixen, in Alto Adige, Producing Wine since the Monastery's Founding in 1142 - Wine Country Italy (Lake Como, Tuscany, Alto Adige) in 2025