Alto Adige's dark mountain red
Lagrein
A deeply coloured, juicy Alpine red from Italy's far north — bold fruit with a cool, savoury edge.
The Grape
Lagrein is a red grape native to Alto Adige (Südtirol) in northern Italy. It produces deeply coloured, full-bodied reds with dark berry fruit, violet, and a savoury, slightly bitter twist, balanced by the freshness of its mountain origins.
History & Origins
An old indigenous variety related to Syrah and Teroldego, Lagrein has been grown around Bolzano for centuries and is now Alto Adige's flagship red alongside Schiava.
Flavour Profile
Dark, juicy, with an Alpine freshness.
Alto Adige Lagrein
Blackberry, dark cherry, violet, cocoa, bitter herbs
Full-bodied and deeply coloured, with ripe dark fruit, fine tannins, and a cool, savoury bitterness that keeps it fresh.
What to Pair It With
Lagrein pairs with hearty Alpine cooking.
Speck & Cured Meats
A regional match for South Tyrol's smoked specialities.
Braised Beef
Structure and dark fruit suit slow-cooked meats.
Game
Savoury depth flatters venison and other game.
Where the Best Comes From
Lagrein is an Alto Adige speciality.
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