Experts and those who love apricots agree on this: nowhere else does this precious fruit grow better than in Val Venosta/Vinschgau. Even though based on its characteristics the apricot is a southern fruit, the conditions in Val Venosta/Vinschgau are almost ideal, except for the danger of late frosts. Apricots love the heat and the sun, only little rain or dampness, a lot of wind and loose soils, which are not too fatty. A mature apricot from Val Venosta/Vinschgau has an intensive orange colour inside and it is extra aromatic on the tongue.

Not only housewife's, but also gourmets love this sun-spoiled fruit from which distillates, jams, and dumplings with an unmistakable taste of apricots are produced.

Recipe tip: Apricot dumplings from curd dough