Lagrein

San Michele Appiano (St. Michael-Eppan)

Lagrein is a red produced by San Michele Appiano (St. Michael-Eppan) in Alto Adige - Südtirol, Alto Adige, Italy. Made from Lagrein. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.

Type: Red

Appellation: Alto Adige - Südtirol

Region: Alto Adige

Country: Italy

Grapes: Lagrein

Tasting profile

Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry

This is the classic-line Lagrein of San Michele Appiano (St. Michael-Eppan), the cooperative in the Überetsch area of Alto Adige. Lagrein is Südtirol's native dark grape, and here it gives a deeply coloured, juicy red with blackberry, dark cherry and violet, a cocoa and herbal edge, moderate tannins and fresh acidity. It is made to be enjoyed in its first few years, while the fruit is vivid.

When to drink

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Where it comes from

Lagrein

Lagrein is a red grape native to the far north of Italy, thriving in the alpine valleys of Alto Adige around Bolzano.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lagrein from?

Lagrein is produced by San Michele Appiano (St. Michael-Eppan) in Alto Adige - Südtirol, Alto Adige, Italy.

What grapes are in Lagrein?

Lagrein is made from Lagrein.