Weingut Milla is a relatively new entrant to the wine scene, yet it has already established a formidable reputation for the quality of its wines in a very short space of time. Most of the 3 hectares of Milla vineyards are at an altitude of about 230m above sea level, nestling on the edge of the valley floor below the village of Kurtatsch (Cortaccia). Parts are on steep slopes rising to altitudes of 350-450m. Despite being relatively small, Milla embraces a wide variety of different terrains and soil types, ranging from light chalky soils in flatter areas through to heavier clay soils on the slopes. Owner Gert Pomella uses no herbicides or artificial fertilizers, and operates some measures to stimulate the soil life in the vineyard. The results from the classic Bordeaux grape varieties grown here are nothing short of outstanding, and if Pomella's intention was to create Alto Adige's answer to fine red Bordeaux then you may well take the view that he has succeeded.