Lake Garda: Garda DOC Much more than just a wine!

Lake Garda, also known as Benaco, is the largest Italian lake, with an area of about 370 km² distributed among three regions, Lombardy, Veneto and Trentino-Alto Adige.

To the north it is narrow and funnel-shaped, while to the south it widens, surrounded by moraine hills that make the landscape more ‘delicate’.

Lake Garda: a huge crystalline diamond nestled between the Alps, rolling hills, and tons of absolutely gorgeous small Italian towns that ooze with charm. 

What are the top places of interest? 

On Lake Garda we can admire Lazise, Peschiera del Garda, Sirmione, Desenzano, the charming piers of Torri di Benaco and Punta San Vigilio. Let's not forget the enchanting Tignale and Tremosine, perched on the rocky cliffs.

Is it possible to imagine a better natural terrace? 

On Lake Garda the seasons are mild, thanks to the meeting of water and mountains.

This meeting creates a microclimate, surrounded by beautiful green landscapes: oleanders, palms, cypresses and lemon trees.

Don't forget the incredible olive trees and vineyards where truly spectacular wines and extra virgin olive oil are produced!

Lake Garda: Wine

Lake Garda is a rich and glorious area, it has such an amazing history, such beautiful art and natural charm! It is a guarantee that a place like this has an illustrious wine history to go with it. 

Lake Garda: DOC Wine Denominations

Garda DOC is home to 10 different historic wine appellations, and is undoubtedly a cornerstone of Italian wine history.

We have Valtènesi, San Martino della Battaglia, Lugana, Colli Mantovani, Custoza, Bardolino, Valdadige, Valpolicella, Durello and Soave. All these are represented by the Garda DOC Consortium.

These wines are the perfect match with local food traditions and are the ideal representations of a unique brand: the Garda Doc