Schiava Grigia

Producer:
Muri-Gries Cantina Convento
Region:
Alto Adige
Grape:
Schiava Grigia (100%)
Classification:
DOC
Vintage:
2020
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry red wine of native Alto Adige grape Schiava Grigia. This is one of the varieties that dominate in the whole region of Schiava, the name comes from the Italian word grigia - grey. This grape variety originating from vineyards situated 260-420 meters above sea level near Bolzano and Appiano provides a delicate wine with aromas of fresh cherry, slightly almond in the finish and above all matching well with the dishes of the local cuisine, often similar to Polish culinary tastes. A typical wine of Alto Adige, light, fruity and well-structured.

Details

Color: ruby red with purple reflections.
Aroma: rich, fruity, notes of cherry, cinnamon, marzipan.
Flavor: pleasantly dry, soft, light.
Food matching: excellent with roast meats, crumbled chops, tripe.
Serving temperature: 12°/14°C.
Alcohol content: 12,5%.

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