Marling – The Sparkling Village
Marling – The Sparkling Village

Marling – The Sparkling Village

In Marling, pleasure is in the air – and in the glass.
No other village in the Burggrafenamt region can boast four renowned sparkling wine producers, making Marling a true paradise for lovers of fine bubbles.
South Tyrolean sparkling wine is crafted here with the utmost expertise, using the traditional method of bottle fermentation. These exquisite wines reflect the village’s deep-rooted winemaking heritage, which is also showcased in Marling’s WineCulture. Whether as an elegant aperitif or a refined pairing with gourmet dishes, the sparkling wines of Marling embody the perfect harmony of Alpine character and Mediterranean flair.
For those eager to explore the sparkling side of South Tyrol, Marling is the perfect place to experience the diversity and excellence of local sparkling wines.
La storia dello spumante altoatesino

While wine production in South Tyrol thrived in the 19th century, sparkling wine remained insignificant until 1902, when a Champagne winery in Eppan produced the region’s first Riesling-based sparkling wine.
A notable debut followed in 1911 at the Bozner Wein-Kost, but World War I brought production to a halt.
In 1962, Sebastian Stocker revived the tradition with a Brut, and in 1965, Kettmeir achieved market success with a tank-fermented sparkling wine. During the 1970s, Haderburg, Arunda, Praeclarus, and V. Braunbach embraced the traditional method. Since 1990, the Association of South Tyrolean Sparkling Wine Producers has stood for excellence, gaining recognition far beyond the region’s borders.
The art of sparkling wine production
Traditional Method – The King of Sparkling Wine Production

Originally developed in Champagne, this method is considered the finest and most complex way to produce high-quality sparkling wines. It is also widely used by top South Tyrolean producers. The second fermentation occurs directly in the bottle, creating an elegant, long-lasting perlage and refined aromas.
The key steps: 
- Second Fermentation – The base wine is blended with sugar and yeast, bottled, and sealed. This is where natural carbonation develops.
- Riddling – After the minimum aging period, the yeast sediment is carefully moved to the neck of the bottle by gradually rotating it in traditional riddling racks (pupitres) or automated machines.
- Disgorging – The yeast plug is frozen and removed using the bottle’s internal pressure, ensuring a clear sparkling wine.
- Dosage – A mixture of wine and sugar syrup, unique to each producer, is added to determine the final sweetness level. South Tyrolean sparkling wines made using the traditional method stand out for their elegance, finesse, and rich aromas – a true delight for wine enthusiasts.

Other Production Methods 
Carbonation Method – The simplest and fastest technique: carbon dioxide is injected into the wine, either in pressurized tanks or directly into bottles. This method is typically used for more affordable sparkling wines.
Tank Fermentation (Charmat Method) – The second fermentation takes place in large pressurized tanks. This ensures a uniform aging process before the sparkling wine is filtered, cooled, and bottled.
Transfer Method – A combination of traditional bottle fermentation and large-scale filtration. The wine ferments in bottles, but instead of riddling and disgorging, it is transferred to pressurized tanks, filtered, and re-bottled – ideal for maintaining high quality in larger volumes.

South Tyrol’s sparkling wines represent the perfect balance between tradition and innovation, bringing the essence of Alpine and Mediterranean flavors to every sip.
The sparkling wine producers in Marling
vineyard Pardellerhof
vineyard Pardellerhof
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vineyard Plonerhof
vineyard Plonerhof
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Winery Meran
Winery Meran
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Vineyard Geier
Vineyard Geier
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Wandertipp aus Marling ☀🌺

Noch auf der Suche nach einer schönen Wanderung? Wir empfehlen eine Rundwanderung am Marlinger Waal und Höhenweg!🥾☺️

Ausgangspunkt ist der öffentliche Parkplatz am Restaurant Waldschenke. Von dort aus geht es über den Marlinger Waalweg in Richtung Töll, bis zur Abzweigung zum Marlinger Höhenweg. 🚶
Über den Höhenweg führt der Weg vorbei am Gasthaus Senn am Egg, hoch zum Gasthaus Tschigg, weiter über Weg Nr. 33 bergab bis zum Restaurant Waalheim. 🍃
Von dort folgt ihr wieder dem Marlinger Waalweg zurück zum Ausgangspunkt. 🌿

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Wir wünschen euch einen wunderschönen Tag und viel Spaß beim Wandern! 😄🚶‍🚶‍♀️

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“We want to raise awareness of the true treasure we have in our tap water.”💧⛲
In Marling, you can refill your bottle with fresh spring water right from the fountain during your hike – just fill up and enjoy! 🚰

The eco-friendly Marling water bottles have arrived! 🥤
Our goal: to highlight the value of Marling’s high-quality tap water – while reducing single-use plastic. ♻️

With these new bottles, we’re making a strong statement for environmental protection, regionality, and conscious consumption. 💙

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Wine lover? 🍷🍇

Every week, the local wineries of Marling and the Cantina Merano Winery invite you to exclusive cellar tours and wine tastings! 🍷 Immerse yourself in the diversity of Marling viticulture and discover the first-class wines that this region has to offer. 🍇

Experience the history and passion behind every drop and savor the unique aromas of our finest wines! 🌿🍷

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Genuss pur bei der Marlinger WeinKuchl! 🍽️✨🍷
Feinste Küche trifft auf edle Tropfen: Die Marlinger WeinKuchl lädt zu genussvollen Abenden in ausgewählten Restaurants ein.

Freuen Sie sich auf erstklassige Menüs, abgestimmt auf die hochwertigen Weine und Sekte aus Marling. Jeder Gang wird mit Sorgfalt komponiert – im Mittelpunkt stehen Regionalität, Qualität und die Freude am Genuss.🍇🥂

Hier ein Ausblick auf die ersten Events der Marlinger WeinKuchl:🍷

🔸 Samstag, 31.05.2025 – Restaurant im La Maiena Meran Resort
Marlinger Weinkuchl – Die „Prickelnde Reise“
Gemeinsam mit den besten Sektproduzenten aus Marling entführen wir unsere Gäste auf eine spritzige Entdeckungstour durch die Welt des Marlinger Sekts.

🔸 Samstag, 07.06.2025 – Restaurant Vinumgarten
Newcomer trifft Erfahrung – Wein und Küche als Leidenschaft
Ein kulinarisches Zusammenspiel der besonderen Art: Lukas Kapfinger vom Weingut Hillepranter, ein junger und dynamischer Winzer, trifft auf die traditionsreiche Küche von Klaus Pircher.

🔸 Samstag, 14.06.2025 – Restaurant Romantik Hotel Oberwirt
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Wählen Sie frei aus unserer à la carte Karte oder genießen Sie unser Degustationsmenü inkl. Eichenstein Weinbegleitung.

🔸 Samstag, 21.06.2025 – Gasthaus Pension Rosemarie
Die perfekte Symbiose – Gasthof Rosemarie & Weingut Popphof
Die junge Winzerin Katharina Menz vom Weingut Popphof verbindet traditionelles Handwerk mit innovativen Ideen und macht ihre Weine zu etwas ganz Besonderem.

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Erleben Sie einen Abend voller kulinarischer Höhepunkte und entdecken Sie die Welt des Marlinger Weins!🍷🍽

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Where does that delicious spread we enjoy on our morning bread actually come from? 🍯
Join beekeeper Bienenmichl for a fascinating journey into the world of honeybees! 🐝🌼Every Wednesday at 4:00 PM, beekeeper Michael invites you to visit his hives – open a beehive together, snap a selfie with the queen 👑📸, and taste fresh honey straight from the comb! 🍯
Afterwards, enjoy a tasting of over 10 different honey specialties – healthy and delicious! 😋✨
📍 When: Every Wednesday, until the end of September

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