Description
Alto Adige Lagrein riserva 2016 Messnerhof
Lagrein 100 %
The Lagrein Riserva grapes are a selection of the best grapes, among the oldest plants. They are grown in the prestigious Bolzano Gries district.
The yield per hectare is 60 quintals. The soil is characterized by river gravel and sand, with a high content of mineral salts.
After the manual harvest, it ferments in steel containers for a period of 14 days.
Refine in oak barrels for a period of 18 months.
Alto Adige Lagrein riserva 2016 Messnerhof
Intense ruby red color with purple shadows.
The nose reveals intense and elegant hints of berries and cherries, black currant and blueberry. Sweet spices follow one another in an intriguing vortex. Then the violet petals gently caress. Notes of forest and aromatic herbs increase complexity and overall value. Very well defined, the perfumes are also of excellent quality.
On the palate, the tannins are distinguished by finesse and together with acidity and minerality, they paint a refined structure. To compensate, adequate softness is needed, so the excellent creaminess, the warmth of the alcoholic degree and a light sugar residue put the wine in perfect balance. Very persistent and with a long finish, where aromas of cherry in alcohol, and spices are manifested.
Among the South Tyrolean red wines, the Lagrein Riserva 2016 by Messnerhof represents power when expressed with elegance.
Accompanies game dishes, from appetizers. such as smoked venison carpaccio, pappardelle with hare ragout, beef cheek cooked for hours at low temperature. With the grilled rib steak, and the beef fillet.
