Route des Vins – A journey through heroic vineyards, castles and alpine flavours. The Aosta Valley Route des Vins is a fascinating route that winds through terraced vineyards, historic villages and fairytale castles, following the central valley from Pont-Saint-Martin to Morgex. A unique food and wine itinerary, where wine is born in the mountains and tells the deep bond between man and territory. 🍇 Heroic wines among the peaks: The Aosta Valley vineyards grow on steep slopes and in extreme microclimates, making viticulture a true heroic undertaking. Among the protagonists are the Petit Rouge, the Fumin, the Cornalin and the Blanc de Morgex et de La Salle, grown at the foot of Mont Blanc. 👉 Tip: Visit a winery in Arvier or Donnas: many offer guided tastings with views of the vineyards and passionate explanations from the producers. 🏰 Among castles and wine-growing villages: The route is intertwined with the cultural heritage of the Valley: medieval castles such as Issogne, Fénis and Sarre dot the landscape and enrich the experience with stories of nobles, artisans and winemakers. 👉 Tip: Combine a visit to a castle with a stop at a local wine quarry: culture and taste together create lasting memories. 🌿 Alpine landscapes and peasant tradition: Along the Route des Vins, you will pass through terraced vineyards, dry stone walls, panoramic paths and agricultural areas where old varieties are still grown. It is a landscape cared for with love, shaped by the patient work of Valle d'Aosta families. 👉 Tip: Walk along a stretch of the Via Francigena through the vineyards: a slow, immersive experience perfect for appreciating the quiet of the valley. 🍽️ Alpine flavours to match: Valle d'Aosta wines go well with alpine cheeses such as Fontina DOP, mountain cured meats, peasant soups and dishes such as carbonade or polenta concia. A strong cuisine with an identity, capable of telling the story of the mountains in every bite. 👉 Tip: Stop at a typical tavern and ask for a wine-dish pairing of the day: each valley has its own specialties. 🚶 Experiences between taste and nature: The Route des Vins is also an invitation to walk, cycle or simply let yourself be guided by the landscape. Tastings in the vineyard, events related to the grape harvest, workshops and guided tours will make you experience the Aosta Valley with all your senses. 👉 Tip: Attend the Saint-Vincent Fair or a mountain wine festival: the authenticity of the Aosta Valley will welcome you with warmth and simplicity. The Route des Vins is a walk through the mountains and into the hearts of those who love the land. Wines that are born among the rocks, flavors that taste of wood and wind, views that speak to the soul.