Alto Adige Lagrein 2022

Lagrein is a native vine variety of South Tyrol, it is practically not found outside the region and is characterized by its deep color, rich scent of berries and an intense, full-bodied and round taste. It has all the credentials to be a modern wine, suitable for multiple occasions: it can be the right drink at a party or can be paired with meat dishes at meals. This Lagrein of Kaltern winery's classic line comes from the lowest vineyards, located between 230 and 350 meters above sea level. The vineyards have calcareous and clayey soil and face south.

The harvest is manual between September and October. The de-stemmed grapes ferment in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature with maceration on the skins for 10 days. After racking, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and then ages for 4 months in steel and large barrels, only 15% of the wine spends 4 months in barrique.