Alois Lageder
Lindenburg Lagrein 2021
| Denomination | IGT Mitterberg |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Lagrein |
| Aging | Maturation in barriques for 18 months and/or in large wooden casks for several months, then ageing in the bottle. |
- Grape variety and origin: Pure Lagrein from the Lindenburg vineyard in Bolzano, near the Talvera
- Agricultural management: Biodynamic method in Demeter conversion, without herbicides or pesticides
- Vinification: Hand harvesting, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and whole bunches
- Maturation: Aged for 18 months in barriques and large barrels, followed by time in bottle
- Tasting: Dry wine, 12% vol, lively tannins; decant for one hour in a large glass
Description
What kind of wine it is
Alois Lageder Lindenburg Lagrein is a still red wine that faithfully expresses the identity of the Alto Adige region. Made from Lagrein grapes, it presents a dry palate with a full, well-structured body. The tasting reveals mature and pronounced tannins, harmoniously integrated and accompanied by a pleasant freshness and a delicate bitter note. The flavour progression supports a persistent finish with spicy undertones. Part of the I Capolavori range, this red boasts remarkable ageing potential, offering an elegant and highly harmonious sip.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Lindenburg vineyard, located at around 280 metres above sea level near the Talvera river, in a warm and sheltered basin. The microclimate of Bolzano, characterised by hot summers, is the ideal habitat for cultivating Lagrein. The vines sink their roots into deep, sandy soils of alluvial origin, enriched with volcanic gravel. These unique soil characteristics give the wine a firm character and a clear mineral tension. The Alois Lageder estate follows the principles of biodynamic agriculture, promoting practices that respect the ecosystem to enhance the vitality of the land.
How it is produced
Vinification follows a holistic approach, beginning with a rigorous manual harvest. In the cellar, spontaneous fermentation occurs thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts, accompanied by maceration that includes a proportion of whole bunches. Once the alcoholic phase in steel is complete, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. Maturation continues in oak barrels for eighteen months, with the use of wood carefully managed to preserve the wine's regional expressiveness. This meticulous production ensures a perfect balance between fruit and spice, finishing with an earthy and long-lasting aftertaste.
History and Curiosities
Born in a renowned Bolzano farmhouse near the Talvera river, this noble Cru from the “i Capolavori” line by Alois Lageder celebrates a grape variety with over six hundred years of history. The traditional pergola training system protects the bunches during the scorching South Tyrolean summers. Through a rigorous biodynamic philosophy, the estate nourishes the deep sandy soil by integrating animal grazing to promote a genuine natural balance. Fermented with indigenous yeasts, this elegant Lagrein from 2021 deservedly earned 92 points from James Suckling.
Awards
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2021
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1823
- Oenologist: Jo Pfisterer, Paola Tenaglia, Georg Meissner
- Bottles produced: 1.200.000
| Name | Alois Lageder Lindenburg Lagrein 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Mitterberg IGT |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Lagrein |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Alois Lageder |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in a renowned Bolzano farmhouse near the Talvera river, this noble Cru from the "i Capolavori" line by Alois Lageder celebrates a grape variety with over six hundred years of history. The traditional pergola training system protects the bunches during the scorching South Tyrolean summers. Through a rigorous biodynamic philosophy, the estate nourishes the deep sandy soil by integrating animal grazing to promote a genuine natural balance. Fermented with indigenous yeasts, this elegant Lagrein from 2021 deservedly earned 92 points from James Suckling. |
| Origin | Vineyard Lindenburg in Bolzano (South Tyrol), near the Talvera river, province of Bolzano, Italy |
| Climate | Very hot |
| Soil composition | Deep, sandy and alluvial soil; gravel and sand of volcanic origin. |
| Cultivation system | Controlled biodynamic agriculture (in conversion to Demeter certification) |
| Yield per hectare | 68 hl/ha |
| Harvest | Mid-September |
| Fermentation | 15 days |
| Production technique | Metodo biologico-dinamico; vendemmia manuale; fermentazione spontanea con lieviti indigeni e macerazione con percentuale variabile di grappolo intero; fermentazione in acciaio inox; affinamento in barrique e/o botti grandi di legno, poi affinamento in bottiglia |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation of the crushed grapes with maceration and a variable percentage of whole bunches; alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel for 15 days; malolactic fermentation completed; ageing in barriques for 18 months and/or in large wooden casks for several months, then further ageing in bottle. |
| Aging | Maturation in barriques for 18 months and/or in large wooden casks for several months, then ageing in the bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |