Valle d'Aosta
Wine · PDO · 38 municipalities
Established in 1999, the Valle d'Aosta DOC represents a fragmented alpine appellation where 46 verified producers operate across 38 municipalities, including Arvier and Bard. Unlike neighboring monolithic denominations, this regional designation accommodates an exceptional diversity of wines, grouping eighteen single-variety expressions and nine geographic sub-denominations. Under this flexible rule, the generic rosso type does not rely on a fixed ampelographic blend; instead, growers can utilize any registered grapes of the correct color, provided they respect a maximum yield of 12.0 t/ha. At consumption, these red and rosé wines must reach a minimum alcohol level of 9.5% vol.
The facts
- Colour
- ruby red or rosé depending on the vinification method
- Taste
- pleasant, sometimes lively, harmonious
- Consortium
- Consorzio Vini Valle d'Aosta →
The producers 46
+ 40 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Valle d'Aosta produced?
- Valle d'Aosta is produced in 38 municipalities in Aosta Valley, Italy: Aosta, Arnad, Arvier, Avise and more.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Valle d'Aosta?
- The minimum alcohol content of Valle d'Aosta is 9.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.