Sanct Valentin
Lagrein Riserva 2023
Lagrein Riserva 2023
Alto Adige DOC
The indigenous Lagrein grape variety find the best conditions for the production of quality wines in the vineyards around Bolzano. The Sanct Valentin Lagrein, first produced in 2000, is aged for twelve months in small oak barrelsthen for a further 10 months in stainless steel for improved balance. With a robust character it develops immense power on the palate, with nicely integrated acidity. A vigorous wine with excellent ageing potential.
Characteristics of this wine
At a glance
Product characteristics
Variety
Lagrein
Site
Coste and Gries (260 – 300 m)
Exposition
Southeast
Soil
Moraine debris and sandy alluvial soil
Training System
Guyot
Winemaking
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in barrique-tonneau. Assemblage takes place after almost a year. The wine is then aged for another 10 months in stainless-steel tanks.
At sight
Blackish red
To the nose
Complex aromas of coffee, cocoa and wild berries
On the palate
Mouth-filling, powerful and full-bodied
Storage/Potential
10 years and more
Additional information
Vine Age
10 to 20 years
Harvest
End of September; harvest and selection of grapes by hand.
Alcohol Content
14 %
Acidity
5,25 gr/lt
Serving Temperature
16-18°
Pairing Recommendations
The Sanct Valentin Lagrein is best served as an accompaniment to intense meat dishes such as loin of ox; it also wonderful with the whole gamut of game dishes as well as with aged cheeses.
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