Lagrein Alto Adige DOC - Kellerei Kaltern

The barrel-aged Lagrein Alto Adige from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine-growing region has a bright purple-red color in the glass. In the glass, this red wine from the Kaltern winery presents aromas of plums, blueberries, blackcurrants, blackberries and plums, complemented by other fruity nuances. On the palate, the Lagrein Alto Adige from Kellerei Kaltern starts off pleasantly aromatic, fruity and balanced. Some wines are dry, others bone-dry. This red wine belongs to the latter group, as it was vinified with just 1.5 g of residual sugar. On the palate, the texture of this well-balanced red wine is wonderfully fleshy and dense. The Lagrein Alto Adige is wonderfully fresh and lively on the palate thanks to its present fruit acidity. The finish of this age-worthy red wine from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine-growing region impresses with a beautiful aftertaste.

Vinification of the Lagrein Alto Adige from the Kaltern winery

This balanced red wine from Italy is made from the Lagrein grape variety. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are transported to the press house as quickly as possible. Here they are selected and carefully crushed. This is followed by fermentation in large oak barrels at controlled temperatures. Fermentation is followed by ageing for several months in large oak barrels.

Dining recommendations for Kellerei Kaltern Lagrein Alto Adige

This red wine from Italy is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C with vegetable couscous with beef rissoles, stuffed peppers or lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs.