Cycling the Alps to a Michelin 3-Star

Is it possible to cycle a mile in elevation, meet with 10 wineries, and dine at a newly-minted Michelin 3-star all in one day?

What's In This Video?

The Italian Alps (Alto Adige / Südtirol) offers a confluence of rugged outdoors, fine dining, and wine all in one place.

I (Madeline Puckette) founded Wine Folly in 2011, and my compatriot on this adventure is Aldo Sohm, who works at Le Bernardin in NYC. When we found out that we both love riding bicycles, we decided to come to Alto Adige.

The goal is to cycle Passo Mendola, Selleronda, and Passo Stelvio and visit the new restaurant, Atelier Moessmer, and several top-notch winemakers.

Atelier Moessmer, under chef Norbert Niederkofler, just opened in July 2023. Within four months, they received three stars and one green star from the Michelin Guide. We’re excited to learn what their program is all about (and taste the food!).

Credits & Shoutouts:

Madeline and Aldo were graciously hosted by:

• Cantina Tramin
• Peter Zemmer
• Alois Lageder Winery
• Cantina Kurtatsch
• Winery Tiefenbrunner | Schlosskellerei Turmhof
• St. Michael-Eppan Winery
• Nals Margreid
• Cantina Terlano
• Cantina Girlan
• Cantina Kaltern
• Kettmeir Winery
• Cantina Bozen
• Pfitscher
• Tenuta Kornell

This amazing experience would not be possible without the special contributions from:

• Alto Adige Wine Consorzio.
• Cristina Würdig, Pietro Pietricola, and Andrea from Officina Dario Pegoretti Bicycles.
• Georgio from Giordana Cycling.
• The talented folks at Mint Mediahouse.
• Wine-Bike tour guide, Hannes from Bikeacademy Lana.
• Photos by Monsorno.

For More on Alto Adige

Alto Adige Region Guide