Italian Grapes
Lagrein
Lagrein is a red wine grape from Trentino - Alto Adige in North East Italy.
Lagrein Flavors
Dark berry flavors are typical for Lagrein, with hints of Fresh Herbs and Chocolate.
 Blackberry |
 Blueberry |
 Cherry |
 Bitter Cherry |
 Herbs |
 Mint |
 Thyme |
 Tomato Leaves |
About Lagrein
The Lagrein grape is very dark, similar to Syrah and Teroldego.
Lagrein is often blended with Schiava, Teroldego, Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot. This makes Lagrein a great alternative to full-bodied wines from Bordeaux.
The best examples can be aged for several years, although they are best drunk within a few years from harvest.
Apart from Trentino-Alto Adige, Lagrein is planted in Australia and California.
Region Alto Adige
St.Magdalener vineyards on the slopes of Bolzano
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
9% Schiava |
22% Chardonnay |
Climate
The Dolomite mountain range strongly influences the climate and vineyard altitudes. The climate is generally cool, with significant temperature variations between day and night. This diurnal temperature range is favorable for the development of aromatic compounds in the grapes.
The Alps protect Alto Adige from cold air from the north. From the south, warm, moist air from Lake Garda and the Mediterranean find their way to Alto Adige.
Mild sunny days, warm soils, cool nights, and strong winds bring freshness to Alto Adige wines.
DOC Regions
Alto Adige has DOC regions that account for 85% of the total eine production wine:
Alto Adige / Südtirol DOC
Casteller DOC
Delle Venezie DOC
Lago di Caldaro / Caldaro / Kalterersee / Kalterer DOC
Teroldego Rotaliano DOC
Trentino DOC
Trento DOC
Valdadige / Etschtaler DOC
Valdadige Terradeiforti / Terradeiforti DOC
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