Life in Northern Italy’s picturesque village of Tramin, home to Elena Walch winery, feels far removed from the modern day. But sisters Julia Walch, 39, and Karoline, 37, bring a well-informed, global view that drives the ongoing success of the family estate.
Now both in leadership positions at Elena Walch, as Elena herself takes a step back, these two sisters are building a new legacy for their iconic Alto Adige winery and its globally recognized Alpine-Mediterranean wines. Read on for their full story!
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