Lagrein is the dark-skinned specialty of South Tyrol in the Italian Alps, a close relative of Teroldego. It makes full-bodied but not heavy wines that are highly tannic — tannin being the dry, gripping feeling on your tongue — with high acidity, deep color, and a plummy, earthy character underpinned by a distinct minerally edge. A paler, chillable rosé style called Lagrein Kretzer is also widely made from the same grape.
Also known as Lagarino.
Primary flavors
Blackberry Blueberry Earthy minerality Plum
Styles
Bold red
Lineage
Lagrein is a crossing of Teroldego.
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