Incontri Rotaliani

A dialogue between great wines in the heart of Trentino

Incontri Rotaliani is a biennial wine festival dedicated to Teroldego Rotaliano, the signature indigenous grape of the Piana Rotaliana, a fertile plain in Trentino nestled between the Brenta Dolomites and the Monte di Mezzocorona range. The event takes place across the towns of San Michele all'Adige, Mezzolombardo, and Mezzocorona, in the province of Trento, and is organized by the Consorzio Turistico Piana Rotaliana Königsberg ETS.

The concept: Teroldego meets a guest variety

The core of every edition is the dialogue between Teroldego and a prestigious guest wine, chosen for its similarities or contrasts. Over the years, the Piana Rotaliana has hosted wines from Burgundy, Rioja, Mount Etna, and, in the most recent edition, Syrah from Cortona and the Côte-Rôtie. This comparison turns the event into a true journey of taste, where enthusiasts, sommeliers, and industry professionals can explore different territories, production styles, and aging potential.

What to expect

• Tasting tables featuring dozens of labels and local producers;
• Wine talks and conferences on wine, landscape, and wine tourism;
• Masterclasses and exclusive wine labs with guided tastings;
• Cellar tastings at historic wineries in the Piana;
• Themed dinners with pairings curated by local chefs.

A land dedicated to wine

The Piana Rotaliana is considered one of Italy's premier terroirs for producing high-quality reds. Teroldego Rotaliano, grown using the traditional pergola system, thrives here thanks to gravelly soils and an ideal microclimate. The wine experience is complemented by the cultural and gastronomic offerings of San Michele all'Adige, home to the Fondazione Edmund Mach and the Museum of Trentino Customs and Traditions, which make the area a reference point for viticultural research and training in Trentino-Alto Adige.

Who is it for?

Incontri Rotaliani is designed for both wine lovers and professionals, offering a unique opportunity to discover Teroldego in comparison with top Italian and international wines, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Trentino mountains.