This region covers 2,300 ha of land, which is less than the west part. The vineyards can grow from anywhere between 320 to 600 m about sea level, and the vines can be exposed to frost. Rainfall in this area varies from 800 to 1,300 mm. The soil in this area mostly consists of slate and moraine. The vines in this area don t ripen late in the year due to the climate north of the Alps.
Red grapes are the main type of grape harvested here.
The most common are Blaugurgunder and Riesling-Sylvaner. Some other vines that are harvested are Pinot Gris, Pinot Banc, and Chasselas. The way the wine is produced is similar to the way it s produced in West Switzerland. South Switzerland South Switzerland is known as the Italian part of Switzerland. This region is also known as the Ticino region and is nestled in the Gotthard Mountain.