Val Venosta Mela Alto Adige IGP apples

Val Venosta apples originate from the Venosta Valley in South Tyrol (Südtirol), Italy. The brand 'Val Venosta' is represented by the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers in Venosta Valley (VI.P), which was founded in 1990 as a cooperative to manage the production and marketing of apples grown in this alpine region.

The cultivation is deeply rooted in the unique microclimate of the Alps, characterized by high altitude and significant sunshine. Many of the apples produced under this brand, including the 'Mela Alto Adige', carry the IGP (Protected Geographical Indication) status, ensuring they are grown according to traditional methods specific to this geographic area. The brand is owned by its collection of member cooperatives, keeping the ownership local to the Italian South Tyrol region.