RAUT Lagrein Südtirol DOC - Peter Zemmer

RAUT Lagrein Südtirol DOC - Peter ZemmerThe RAUT Lagrein Südtirol, matured in barrel and hailing from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine-growing region, presents itself in the glass in a bright purple-red. This varietal Italian wine caresses the glass with wonderfully expressive notes of plums, morello cherries, lavender and lilacs. Added to this are hints of sun-warmed rock, vanilla and forest floor. This dry red wine from Peter Zemmer is ideal for wine drinkers who like it absolutely dry. The RAUT Lagrein Südtirol comes very close to this, having been vinified with just 3 grams of residual sugar. This velvety red wine presents itself on the palate as balanced and complex. Thanks to its well-balanced acidity, the RAUT Lagrein Südtirol flatters with a soft mouthfeel, without sacrificing freshness. The finish of this red wine from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine-growing region, more precisely from Alto Adige / Südtirol DOC, ultimately delights with remarkable length. The aftertaste is also accompanied by mineral nuances from the limestone-dominated soils. Vinification of RAUT Lagrein Südtirol by Peter Zemmer The balanced RAUT Lagrein Südtirol from Italy is a varietal wine, vinified from the Lagrein grape variety. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in Trentino-Alto Adige. Here, the vines sink their roots deep into limestone soils. After harvesting, the grapes are brought to the winery as quickly as possible. There they are sorted and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks, small wooden casks and large wooden casks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the RAUT Lagrein Südtirol is matured for several months in oak barriques. Food recommendation for RAUT Lagrein Südtirol by Peter Zemmer Enjoy this red wine from Italy best at a temperature of 15 - 18°C as an accompanying wine to duck breast with sugar snap peas, pumpkin casserole or pasta with fried sausage dumplings.