St. Magdalener Classico - Petruskellerei

The St. Magdalener Classico from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine region presents itself in the glass in a luminous purplish red. In the glass, this red wine from Petruskellerei reveals aromas of plum, blackcurrant, sour cherry, and blackberry, complemented by almond. The Petruskellerei St. Magdalener Classico tastes pleasantly dry. It was bottled with exceptionally low residual sugar. This is a genuine quality wine, clearly distinguished from simpler qualities, and thus naturally delights in its dryness with finest balance. Aroma does not necessarily require much residual sugar. On the palate, this balanced red wine features an incredibly crisp texture. The finish of this red wine from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine region is characterized by an impressive aftertaste. The finish is also accompanied by mineral notes from the clay-dominated soils.

Vinification of the St. Magdalener Classico from Petruskellerei

The balanced St. Magdalener Classico from Italy is a blend made from the grape varieties Lagrein and Vernatsch. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in Trentino-Alto Adige. The vines root deeply into clay soils here. When they reach optimal maturity, the grapes for the St. Magdalener Classico are harvested exclusively by hand without the aid of rough and less selective machinery. After harvest, the grapes are immediately taken to the winery. Here they are sorted and gently crushed. This is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. The vinification is followed by several months of aging on the fine lees before the wine is finally bottled.

Food pairing recommendation for the St. Magdalener Classico from Petruskellerei

This Italian red wine is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as a companion to lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, vegetable couscous with beef patties, or stuffed peppers.

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