Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige DOC - Kellerei Kaltern

Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige DOC - Kellerei KalternThe Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige from Kellerei Kaltern in Trentino-Alto Adige shows a bright, purple-red color in the wine glass. After the first swirl, you can perceive a first-class balance in this red wine, as it is neither watery nor syrupy or liqueur-like on the walls of the glass. The first nose of the Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige presents notes of blueberries, mulberries and blackcurrants. The fruity parts of the bouquet are joined by notes of barrel ageing and even more fruity, balsamic nuances. The Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige from Kellerei Kaltern is perfect for all wine lovers who like it dry. However, it is never austere or brittle, as you would expect from a wine in this price range. On the palate, this balanced red wine is characterized by an incredibly dense and fleshy texture. On the finish, this storable red wine from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine-growing region finally delights with its beautiful length. Once again, there are hints of blueberry and blackcurrant. Vinification of Kellerei Kaltern Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige The basis for the well-balanced Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige from Trentino-Alto Adige are grapes from the Lagrein grape variety. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are transported to the press house as quickly as possible. Here they are sorted and carefully crushed. This is followed by fermentation in small wood casks at controlled temperatures. Fermentation is followed by maturation for 12 months in oak barriques. Dining recommendations for Kellerei Kaltern Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige This Italian red wine is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It goes perfectly with boeuf bourguignon, vegetable couscous with beef meatballs or ossobuco. Awards for the Kellerei Kaltern Lareith Lagrein Riserva Alto Adige Robert Parker: 92 points for 2018