Would you expect to find vineyards on the slopes of a mountain? In Valtellina, the answer is yes — and the sight is as fascinating as it is unusual. Around Sondrio, entire mountainsides have been transformed into a series of cultivated terraces, supported by dry-stone walls and shaped by generations of winegrowers.
This is known as “heroic viticulture”, a tradition that defies the steep terrain and, harvest after harvest, produces wines that capture its most authentic character. The terraced vineyards are an integral part of the valley’s history and identity, and discovering them is an experience open to everyone, even those with little knowledge of wine. All it takes is a walk along the trails, a chance to take in the breathtaking views and, of course, a taste of the local wines!
