THE GARDESANO AREA IS THE TOP WINE DESTINATION FOR SPRING AND SUMMER

Where the Mediterranean meets the Alps, the Garda DOC denomination presents itself as a wine destination of excellence, perfect to be explored during the spring and summer seasons . With a temperate climate that gently caresses the historic vineyards, Garda DOC is a true oasis for lovers of wine and the good life. The Garda DOC territory, sandwiched between the provinces of Brescia, Mantua and Verona, offers a unique landscape shaped by millennia of winemaking history, with traces dating back to the Iron Age. Since 1996, the area has been recognized for its innate predisposition to the production of excellent wines , a tradition strengthened and innovated since 2016 with the introduction of sparkling wines, both Classic Method and Charmat, which join the renowned still wines based of Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet and Merlot. The President of the Garda DOC Consortium, Paolo Fiorini , describes the area as "a piece of the Mediterranean at the foot of the Alps", underlining how the climate, the brightness and the lake breeze are key elements that define the uniqueness of Garda DOC wines, known for their aromatic extension and softness. The tourist success of the area is demonstrated by the over 24 million visitors every year, attracted not only by the wines, but also by the natural beauty, the cultural offerings and the high quality of the accommodation facilities. Food and wine experiences include wine tours of local businesses and summer lake cruises, offering memorable tastings. Lake Garda therefore proves to be an ideal destination for those seeking beauty and inspiration, offering a rich and varied tourist trip . Starting from Peschiera del Garda, it is possible to explore local attractions and embark on other pearls such as Riva, Desenzano and Sirmione. Punta San Vigilio enchants with tranquility and breathtaking views of the Rocca di Manerba, while Villa San Vigilio, with its Renaissance history, is surrounded by a beach with centuries-old olive trees and emerald waters, ideal for evocative sunsets. Gardone Riviera attracts with the Vittoriale degli Italiani and the lush André Heller botanical gardens, which boast over 3,000 plant species. From the small port of Malcesine, the sailing ship Siora Veronica offers panoramic cruises on Garda. The area also stands out for its wellness facilities, including luxury spas and spas, as well as restaurants with terraces and gardens serving local seafood in dreamy settings. The Garda DOC Consortium is committed to enhancing the wines and the territory in a synergy that makes Garda a top wine destination . The beauty of the lake and the quality of the wines are an open invitation to all those who wish to discover and experience the "dolce vita" on Garda.

THE GARDA DOC CONSORTIUM

A hilly area with unique landscape characteristics, between Lombardy and Veneto, protected by the mountains and overlooking the largest basin in Italy: here, between the provinces of Brescia, Mantua and Verona, lies the DOC Garda, a wine production area in where the special climatic conditions have shaped the qualities of the different grape species that grow there over time and, still, determine their peculiarities. Recognized for the first time in 1996 with the aim of enhancing the varietal wines produced in the 10 historic production areas of the Garda area, the DOC Garda is a denomination guided by a strong spirit of innovation, capable, over the years, of evolving into based on consumer needs, while respecting a product that has very ancient origins here. Having obtained ministerial recognition in 2015 and operating erga omnes since 2016, today the Garda Doc Consortium represents 250 users of the denomination, giving voice and promoting one of the most precious food and wine excellences in Italy.