What grows here
Racines/Ratschings
15 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
High in the glacier-carved Ridnaun Valley, where the Jaufen Pass channels crisp alpine winds, Racines/Ratschings leverages its extreme altitudes to craft distinctive flavors. Here, 15 protected denominations thrive despite the rugged terrain. The dry mountain air is essential for curing the crunchy, spice-infused Südtiroler Schüttelbrot IGP, a flatbread historically baked to last through long alpine winters. Concurrently, the steep, sun-exposed slopes yield the hardy plums distilled into the robust Südtiroler Zwetschgeler IG. This harsh alpine microclimate concentrates sugars and aromas, defining the distinct character of the region's mountain spirits and preserved foods.