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 This lies in the extreme NW corner of Italy, bordered by the southern slopes of Mont Blanc, The Gran Paradiso and the del Rosa ranges. Its landscape is all mountain peaks,
glaciers, hills, mountain streams, pasture land, forests and castles. Remains of the Roman Age can be seen along the road from Ivrea to the Piccolo San Bernardo, and in
Aosta itself. Gothic has also left its mark in Aosta and in the romantic castles off Fenis, Ussel and Verres. A typical local object is the ‘grolla- a jug dating back to the Crusades.
This is the paradise of winter sportsmen: from Courmayeur and Cervinia you can ski in the summer on the glaciers of Mont Blanc. The Gran Paradiso National Park is a source
of great attraction. The renowned resort of Saint Vincent has Villas, fashionable night clubs and the Casino, the venue for conferences, entertainment and cultural events
alike. Its cuisine includes polenta, carbonade and chamois, served with Gamay and Chambave raisin wines.
Size: 3,264 Sq. Km.
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1990
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1997
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2001
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Population
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112,000
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113,000
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120,000
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Vineyards
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2,429 Acres
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2,275 Acres
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1,600 Acres
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DOC & DOCG Vineyards
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77 Acres
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162 Acres
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384 Acres
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Average Wine Production
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3.5 Million Liters
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3.9 Million Liters
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3.1 Million Liters
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DOC & DOCG Production
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57,000 Liters (1.6%)
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240,000 Liters (6%)
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620,000 Liters (20%)
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Number of DOC Areas
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1
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1
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1
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Number of DOCG Areas
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0
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0
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0
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