Biedermannhof

About Winery and Wines

The calm, sunny location on the slopes above the spa city of Meran is a joy to behold and to experience. The hotel stands in the midst of its own orchards and vineyards and is just 10 minutes on foot from the village centre of Tscherms; far enough away to be able to switch off, yet close enough to be able to reach everything with ease. The hotel has a family atmosphere, the rooms are comfortably furnished, and there is an extensive choice of breakfast and our own produce on offer. We greet every guest on arrival with a glass of wine or a glass of naturally cloudy apple juice produced on the premises in our ancient cellar. The history of the Biedermannhof is closely linked to that of the Klarissenhof monastery in Meran. The Biedermannhof is first documented in the 14th century as being in the possession of this monastery, but in the Middle Ages it was frequently transferred to other monasteries. It even came into the possession of the Brigitten monastery in Altomünster (near Dachau) to supply the monastery with wine for mass and drinking. The Biedermannhof has been in the possession of the Innerhofer family for over 200 years. Alongside fruit-growing, wine is also made and sold at the Biedermannhof.

All of our vineyards are located at an altitude of approximately 350 m on the southeast-facing slope on which the hotel stands. The sediments deposited here during the ice age resulted in the moraine hills that are typical of Alpine valleys. This land represents our very special capital. Our environmentally-friendly working practices in the vineyards help promote the biological equilibrium of the vines in a natural way. The greenery between the rows of vines regulates the air and water content of the land, aids humus formation, protects against erosion and is a useful habitat for beneficial organisms. The composition of the land is the main reason why our estate produces fruity mineral white wines and deep, content-rich red wines.