Santa Maddalena

Producer:
Muri-Gries Cantina Convento
Region:
Alto Adige
Grape:
Schiava Gentile (93%), Lagrein (7%)
Classification:
DOC
Vintage:
2018
Capacity:
0.75 l

Dry red wine of the native Schiava Gentile and Lagrein grapes. Santa Maddalena is a district of Bolzano, which is considered as the best area for growing strain Schiava. Wine originating from these areas has good fruit and a hint of a good structure. Delicately marked tannins combine well with freshness of the wine.

Details

Color: dark ruby red.
Aroma: notes of ripe cherries, plums, raspberries, dark chocolate.
Flavor: gentle, soft.
Food matching: very good to roast red meats, goes well with most dishes.
Serving temperature: 12°/14º C.
Alcohol content: 12.5%

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