Grape · Red
Lagrein
RedWSET level 3
Indigenous grape of South Tyrol. Dark color with velvety tannins. Can also produce light rosé (Kretzer/Rosato).
- Origin
- Alto Adige, Italy
- Climate
- Alpine, cool
- Skin colour
- Very dark
- Alcohol
- 12-14%
- Ageing potential
- Good
Taste profile
Aromas
- Black cherry
- Blackberry
- Violet
- Chocolate
- Herbs
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Alto Adige Lagrein DOC
- Lagrein Dunkel/Scuro
Food
Speck, Tyrolean cuisine, game, cheeses
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