Italy — wine

Trento DOC

Italy's premier mountain sparkling wine appellation, produced exclusively by the traditional method (metodo classico) in the Dolomite foothills of Trentino. Chardonnay and Pinot Nero on high-altitude limestone vineyards produce sparkling wines of remarkable freshness, autolytic complexity, and alpine mineral precision. Ferrari Trento dominates internationally but a generation of small estates is raising the bar.

Year Rating Notes
2023 Cool high-altitude season; exceptional freshness and autolytic potential in Chardonnay-based blends
2022 Good vintage with fine balance of fruit and acidity for long lees aging
2021 Standout alpine vintage; wines with exceptional structure and cellaring potential
2020 Warm alpine season; approachable, fruit-forward style with good depth for aging
2019 Benchmark vintage; complex base wines ideal for the extended lees aging of prestige cuvees