Vinaltum

Vinaltum, the forum for great wines in South Tyrol

Vinaltum is a wine forum dedicated to top wines from Italy and beyond, with a special focus on the labels of Trentino-Alto Adige. Established in 2024 and quickly becoming one of the most refined appointments on the regional wine scene, the event takes place every May. The early editions were hosted at Schloss Freudenstein in Appiano sulla strada del vino (Eppan an der Weinstraße), in the province of Bolzano—a historic residence protected by the Fine Arts authorities and now a venue for exclusive events.

A salon for wine culture

The philosophy of Vinaltum is encapsulated in its motto, "Wine connects people": wine as a tool for meeting and knowledge-sharing among producers, buyers, sommeliers, and enthusiasts. The event spans two days: Sunday is open to the public and wine lovers, while Monday is primarily reserved for industry professionals, trade experts, and invited guests.

Tastings, masterclasses, and wine talks

The heart of Vinaltum lies in its tasting stands, which bring together wineries selected from numerous Italian regions and various foreign countries. The experience is complemented by masterclasses led by experts and wine talk sessions, providing in-depth opportunities where wine becomes a narrative of its territory. Among the most appreciated initiatives are the Calice Maestro, dedicated to those under 35 and designed to introduce young people to wine culture, and the Big Bottle Party, the convivial gathering that concludes the first day with the tasting of large-format bottles.

An event of the South Tyrolean territory

Vinaltum is promoted by a group of professionals associated with the FISAR (Italian Federation of Sommeliers, Hoteliers, and Restaurateurs) of Bolzano and Bassa Atesina. The event highlights the municipality of Appiano sulla strada del vino and, more broadly, the oenological identity of Trentino-Alto Adige, a land with a rich winemaking tradition. It is a benchmark event for those seeking excellence in the glass, set in an elegant context among the vineyards of the Oltradige region.