This legendary South Tyrolean red wine is known as “The Queen of Schiava”. The St. Magdalena steep slopes near Bolzano boast an ideal microclimate that is ideal for an indiginous grape variety that fully unravels a unique and intense fruity aroma. With a structure that is delicate yet at the same time strong, this Santa Maddalena is an elegant and fine wine.
Characteristics of this wine
At a glance
Product characteristics
Variety
90% Vernatsch, 10% Lagrein
Site
Vineyards around St. Magdalena near Bolzano (300-350m)
Exposition
South and southeast
Soil
Moraine debris
Training System
Guyot
Winemaking
Fermentation in stainless steel, followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in stainless-steel tanks.
At sight
Ruby red
To the nose
Fruity aromas ranging from wild berries to cherries
On the palate
Light, velvety, round, warm and spicy
Storage/Potential
3 to 4 years
Additional information
Vine Age
20 to 50 years
Harvest
Mid of Septmeber; harvest and selection of grapes by hand
Alcohol Content
12,5 %
Acidity
5,0 gr/lt
Serving Temperature
12-14°
Pairing Recommendations
Santa Maddalena goes well with appetizers such as Schüttelbrotravioli dumplings and also with braised meat, Schlachtplatte (butcher’s plate), Speck ham and cheese. Well chilled, it is an optimal accompaniment to fish.
Ingredients, nutrition declaration, packaging components
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