Visionary architecture in the heart of the vineyards

Since December 2024, Cantina Colterenzio shines in new architectural splendor after extensive renovations. The new part of the building combines modern design elements with the tradition of viticulture and blends harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. From the eye-catching tower structure to the modern wine shop - the new building creates a balanced interplay of aesthetics and functionality.

If you drive along the wine road from Bolzano towards Cornaiano, you can recognise the striking new building wing from afar, which blends...
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Sauvignon Riserva Gran Lafóa 2021 has been awarded best Italian white wine of the year

This vineyard could be easily overlooked. Inconspicuous and moderate in size. But it is a testimony to the hard work that has gone into it for over 35 years. No ordinary vines grow here, but ones that are characterized by the vision and dedication of two men: Konrad Schweigkofler and Ulrich Prast. A quality project began here over 35 years ago, which has now become visible with the ‘Gran Lafóa’ wine. The story of this vineyard is a tale of courage, endurance and passion.

A vineyard above the village of Cornaiano, 7,200 metres above sea level, sunny location, dry moraine soil, mostly flat with a very gentle...
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Sauvignon Riserva Gran Lafóa 2021 has been awarded best Italian white wine of the year

The best Italian white wine comes from the wine cellars of the Cantina Colterenzio!
The Sauvignon Riserva Gran Lafóa 2021 was awarded of the famous ‘three glasses-tre bicchieri’ by the renowned Italian wine guide ‘Vini d'Italia 2025’, aka ‘Gambero Rosso’, and named the ‘white wine of the year’.

Every year, the ‘Gambero Rosso’s jury tastes over 50,000 wines from all regions of Italy. The finest are honored with the...
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LR 2020: A touch of art (not only) in the glass

LR: a love story between art, nature, winemaking knowledge. The new vintage 2020 presents itself as a harmonious blend with a significant acidity and a long finish.

2020 marks the ninth vintage of LR: the exclusive white cuvée of Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon Blanc, represents a constant...
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Reconstruction project: "We want Colterenzio to become an experience."

It's almost complete now. The new wing of Cantina Colterenzio will host a welcoming wine shop and modern tasting rooms overlooking the panoramic terrace. An ensemble that aims to become a beloved meeting point for wine lovers along the Alto Adige Wine Road. Maximilian Niedermayr, president of Cantina Colterenzio tell us the details of the project.

Why has Cantina Colterenzio decided to renovate the winery?
We are a winery co-operative with 300 member winegrowers. Our primary goal...
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The new Chardonnay since 83 joins the selection range

With the 2022 vintage, Colterenzio releases, for the first time, a new Chardonnay named 'since 83'.

Martin Lemayr, winemaker of Cantina Colterenzio, explains how this milestone was achieved: "Many of our 300 members grow Chardonnay: the...
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