Alta Badia, when snow and wine go hand in hand, the project “Sommelier on the slopes” introduces you to the finest South Tyrolean wines, which you can savour on your skis! Accompanied by a guide and experienced sommelier, you will ski from mountain hut to mountain hut enjoying the distinctive flavour of some of the most prestigious South Tyrolean wines. The wine tasting follows the classic approach of the AIS – Italian Sommelier Association, analysing in sequence appearance, smell and taste, uncovering each wine's characteristics, peculiarities and best food pairings.
An afternoon on skis from hut to hut accompanied by the local sommeliers Max Trebo and Stefan Ploner and a ski instructor. Wine tasting in the huts with explanation of the properties of the best Alto Adige wines. Cooperation with the Alto Adige Wine Consortium and the Sommelier Association South Tyrol.
Here are the wines you will taste:
Alto Adige DOC Sparkling Wine Brut Athesis 2023, Kettmeir
Alto Adige DOC Pinot Blanc Tirol 2024, Merano Winery
Alto Adige Valle Isarco DOC Kerner 2025, Taschlerhof
Alto Adige DOC Gewürztraminer Auratus 2025, Tenuta Ritterhof
Alto Adige DOC Pinot Noir Riserva Mazon 2022, Cantina Kurtatsch
Alto Adige DOC Lagrein Rubeno 2025, Cantina Andriano
Tastings will be held at huts accessible only by skiing. Participants should be comfortable skiing parallel on red slopes.
Bring the confirmation of the reservation with you.
The refund will be made with a medical certificate or if the event is cancelled by the Alta Badia Tourism Cooperative.
Follow the SS244 Val Badia road towards La Villa. The cable car that leads to the meeting point at Piz La Ila is located directly in the village. From there you ski to the participating huts.
15.12.2026
At the huts Piz Arlara and Club Moritzino.Meeting point: 13:45 at the top station of the cable car Piz La Ila (at the statue Gigant).
Return: 16:00.
19.01.2027
At the huts Ütia Bioch and Club Moritzino.Meeting point: 13:45 at the top station of the cable car Piz La Ila (at the statue Gigant).
Return: 16:00.
26.01.2027
At the huts Las Vegas Lodge and I Tablá.Meeting point: 13:45 at the top station of the cable car Piz La Ila (at the statue Gigant).
Return: 16:00.
16.02.2027
At the huts Ütia Bioch and Piz Arlara.Meeting point: 13:45 at the top station of the cable car Piz La Ila (at the statue Gigant).
Return: 16:00.
02.03.2027
At the huts I Tablá and Ütia Bioch.Meeting point: 13:45 at the top station of the cable car Piz La Ila (at the statue Gigant).
Return: 16:00.
09.03.2027
At the huts Pic Pre and Las Vegas Lodge.Meeting point: 13:45 at the top station of the cable car Piz La Ila (at the statue Gigant).
Return: 16:00.
30.03.2027
At the huts Pic Pre and I Tablá.Meeting point: 13:45 at the top station of the cable car Piz La Ila (at the statue Gigant).
Return: 16:00.
Why is tasting wine at high altitude such a unique experience?
Tasting wine at high altitude, in the heart of the Dolomites of Alta Badia, offers a distinctive perception of aromas and flavours thanks to the temperature, altitude and mountain environment. The natural surroundings turn every tasting into a sensory moment that evolves with the landscape.
What is a Sommelier on the slopes wine tasting like in Alta Badia?
During Sommelier on the slopes, the tasting experience unfolds as you ski between different mountain huts in Alta Badia, with each stop dedicated to a selection of South Tyrolean wines. It is an original way to explore the Dolomites of Alta Badia through wine and the winter landscape.
Why does each South Tyrolean grape variety have its own distinctive character?
Each South Tyrolean grape variety develops distinctive characteristics thanks to the wide range of altitudes, soils and microclimates found between the valleys and the mountains. During a wine tasting in Alta Badia, you can discover how the local area influences the aromas, structure and personality of every wine.
How do you recognise the aromas of a wine during a tasting?
Recognising the aromas of a wine means identifying its aromatic notes before tasting, from floral and fruity nuances to spicy and mineral notes. During a tasting in Alta Badia, comparing different South Tyrolean wines is an invitation to discover the distinctive qualities of the region's grape varieties.
Str. Planmurin 5, La Villa
