Media Valtellina is a land of extraordinary wines, where the “heroic” viticulture of terraced vineyards tells the story of the dedication and passion of local producers.
The valley’s wines – from the renowned Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG to Valtellina Superiore DOCG with its five subzones (Maroggia, Sassella, Grumello, Inferno, and Valgella) – offer intense aromas, bold flavors, and a unique character shaped by rich soil, Alpine microclimate, and centuries of winemaking tradition.
Guided tours and tastings
Among the vineyards and wineries of Media Valtellina, visitors can join guided tours to discover the entire winemaking process: from vineyard cultivation to cellar techniques, all the way to tasting the region’s most iconic wines. These experiences often include pairings with local specialties such as cheeses, cured meats, and traditional desserts, offering a full immersion into the valley’s gastronomic richness.
Recommended experiences
Around Tirano, many wineries offer unique wine-focused activities, including vineyard visits, tastings, and insights into the history of Valtellina’s winemaking.
Discover more among the recommended experiences to immerse yourself in the wine culture of Valtellina.
Scopri i grandi vini della Valtellina. Un viaggio tra terrazzamenti, vitigni eroici e cantine storiche.
Plozza WineTirano
Founded in 1946, Plozza Vini is one of the most historic and representative wineries in Valtellina and the birthplace of Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG. Among barrels, aromas, and family stories, a visit to the winery offers the chance to experience up close the art of heroic viticulture on the Valtellina terraces and to taste elegant, intense wines that embody the passion and identity of the territory.
Plozza Vini
Via Cappuccini, 26 – Tirano
📞 +39 0342 701297
📧 tirano@plozza.com
🌐 Discover more and book your experience: Visit the Plozza Vini website
Guided tours with tasting
Duration: 60 minutes
Minimum: 2 people
Reservation required
Tenuta La Gatta
Just a few minutes from Tirano, in Bianzone, lies the beautiful Tenuta La Gatta, home of the historic Casa Vinicola Triacca. Surrounded by well-tended vineyards and ancient walls, this estate offers evocative tours among the rows and cellars, culminating in a tasting paired with Valtellina specialties: traditional cured meats, handmade pizzoccheri, alpine cheeses, and local desserts.
Tenuta La Gatta – Casa Vinicola Triacca
Via Gatta, 33 – Bianzone
📞 +39 0342 720004
📧 lagatta@triacca.com
🌐 Discover more and book your experience: Visit the Tenuta La Gatta – Triacca website
Reservation recommended for tours and tastings
Caven Camuna
A unique blend of winemaking and ancient history awaits you at Caven Camuna Winery, located in the hamlet of the same name. Although a young company, founded in 1982, it preserves an extraordinary cultural heritage. Here, the Caven Archaeological Trail has been created, an immersive path that runs through the vineyards in the areas where Camunian rock engravings were discovered. An experience that combines the thrill of discovery with the pleasure of wine tasting.
Azienda Agricola Caven Camuna
Via Caven, 1
📞 +39 0342 482631
📧 info@cavencamuna.it
🌐 Discover more and book your experience: Visit the Caven Camuna website
Butega Valtellina
Butéga Valtellina is a project dedicated to promoting the food and wine excellence of the region. Through a network of small producers and artisanal supply chains, it fosters the culture of Valtellina cuisine and wine, offering unique experiences to discover the history, flavors, and traditions of the valley.
Offered experiences
1. Wine and local product tasting
A guided journey through Valtellina wines, featuring tastings of selected wines paired with local specialties such as cheeses, cured meats, traditional desserts, and other regional delights. An opportunity to enjoy a complete sensory experience, combining taste and local culture.
2. Vineyard, winery, and tasting
A more complete experience combining a visit to the vineyards with a guided tour of the winery and tastings of Valtellina wines. Perfect for those who want to deepen their knowledge of heroic viticulture and local production, experiencing firsthand the connection between the land, the territory, and its flavors.
Butéga Valtellina
Via Roma, 12 – Tirano (SO)
📞 +39 0342 000000
📧 info@butegavaltellina.com
🌐 Discover more and book your experience: Visit the Butéga Valtellina website
La Grazia
La Grazia Winery, located in Tirano in the heart of Valtellina, represents excellence in local wine production, with particular attention to quality, sustainability, and the enhancement of the territory. Each bottle reflects the passion, tradition, and artisanal care that characterize this family-run winery.
The winery offers various tasting experiences designed to explore the aromas and flavors of Valtellina wines.
Tastings take place aboard the Bernina Express carriage, a unique way to combine taste and landscape in an unforgettable experience.
🌐 Discover more and book your experience: Visit the La Grazia website
Practical info
Duration: varies depending on the experience
Reservation recommended
