The Vinschgau area
Due to ist clomate the Vinschgau belongs to the most interesting regieons o the alps. The fruitfull valley between Merano and the Reschenpass comprises various zones of vegetation. From Mediterranean flora to the eternal ice of the glacier. Low rainfall and steep meadows claim hard work and resourcefulness of the Vinschger farmers. The “Whale of the sunny hill”, a sophisticated system of watercourses, provides for centuries the irrigation of the fields.
The positive side of the dry climate: Fungal diseases of plants are rare and thereby the use of plant protection products can be kept to a minimum. Beside the alpine climate with high temperature differences between day and night is the reason for tasty fruits, crisp salads, vegetables and fine wines. These are especially ideal conditions for the famous Vinschgauer apricot, whose subtile and intense flavor is unsurpassed.