Schiava

Until the 1970s this native grape variety was central to wine-making in Alto Adige, which is why it was long considered a red wine region. As the grapes prefer the shade, we continue to train the Schiava vines with pergola trellis system. The wines have freshness, light and rounded tannins and a moderate alcohol content and are ideal companions to light fare. 

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2022
VERNATSCH - SCHIAVA
11 % Vol

Color

Ruby-red with a purple shimmer

Aroma

Subtly pronounced, fresh, fruity, floral (violet), white pepper

Flavour

Light to medium bodied, well-balanced, juicy, soft, dry

Food

Starters, pasta, pizza, white meats and poultry

Origin

Selected vineyard sites in Caldaro and Cortaccia. 300 to 400 metres a.s.l. (980 - 1300 feet)

Soil

Gravelly and with an important content of limestone

Vinification

Malolactic fermentation in concrete vessels (approximately 6 months).
Maceration in stainless steel tanks

Best to be drunk

Best to be drunk: 1-3 years

Biodynamics

We are committed to the biodynamic agriculture, which respects human beings, animals and the natural cycles and incorporates them into our work.

Lageder family

The Lageder family has worked in wine production for already six generations. Today, the winery is run by Alois and Alois Clemens Lageder.

Cellar

We employ modern equipment in combination with nature- friendly wine-making techniques and let innovation interact with nature.