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Common synonyms: Lagarino, Lagrain, Lagrein Kretzer

Parentage of the grape: Teroldego crossed with Schiava gentile

History of the grape: First mentioned in the 17th century in the records of the Muri Benedictine monastery, this variety may hail from the Lagarina valley in Trentino. DNA profiling proved in 2004 that Lagrein is the product of a cross between Schiava Gentile and Teroldego. This grape variety is frequently added in small quantities to lighter, softer varieties such as Pinot Nero and Schiava. In such a role, it contributes acidity, color, and tannin. Lagrein is extremely productive, but when not overcropped, it can make truly formidable wines.

In 1988, Peter May of Melbourne University brought Lagrein to Australia. Small quantities of the variety are planted in the United States as well.

Characteristics of the grape: deep in color, firmly tannic, with good acidity and flavors of chocolate, herb, and plum. Can have a bitter finish.

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Elena Walch Lagrein Alto Adige - Südtirol
Winery: Elena Walch
Region: Italy » Alto Adige » Alto Adige - Südtirol
Type: Table Wines

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Sweet Potato and Cheese Stuffed Chiles

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Bottega Vinaia Lagrein
Winery: Bottega Vinaia
Region: Italy » Trentino-alto Adige
Type: Table Wines

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Vegan Lasagne

What’s lasagne without ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan? To an Italian, it’s a travesty. But to a vegan or those with food allergies, it’s a delicious, healthy, one-pot pasta dish that is bound to... Read more »

Alois Lageder Lagrein Alto Adige Südtirol Rosé
Winery: Alois Lageder
Region: Italy » Alto Adige » Alto Adige - Südtirol
Type: Table Wines

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Classic Soft Dinner Rolls

This is no fancy artisan bread. These are good old soft dinner rolls, pillowy rounds that taste great fresh out of the oven and slathered in butter or stuffed with something—like in our Pineapple-B... Read more »

Bottega Vinaia Lagrein
Winery: Bottega Vinaia
Region: Italy » Trentino
Type: Table Wines

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Applesauce

A far cry from that overly sweetened, grainy mush that dominates supermarket shelves, this is tart with a hint of sweetness. Try it on latkes , with some braised pork , or on its own. Tart with a... Read more »

201 Premiere J. Hofstätter Lagrein Joseph
Winery: J. Hofstätter
Region: Italy
Color: Red Wines

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Roasted Cauliflower with Capers and Bread Crumbs

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Alois Lageder Lagrein Alto Adige Südtirol Rosé
Winery: Alois Lageder
Region: Italy » Alto Adige » Alto Adige - Südtirol
Type: Table Wines

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Pork Tenderloin with Apples

Turn your Sunday dinner table into the corner table at a French bistro with a meal that incorporates juicy pork tenderloin and a few French cuisine staples like fresh butter, cream, shallots, apple... Read more »

Tiefenbrunner Lagrein Alto Adige Castel Turmhof
Winery: Tiefenbrunner
Region: Italy » Northeast
Type: Table Wines

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Slow-Cooked Pork and Beans

This Slow-Cooked Pork and Beans recipe from Taste of Home is a potluck favorite for Patricia Hager of Nicholasville, Kentucky when shes looking for an grilling recipe for a meal or holiday gathering Read more »

Terlan Lagrein Rosato
Winery: Cantina Terlan
Region: Italy » Alto Adige
Color: Rosé Wines

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Sweet Potatoes with Horseradish

This casserole can be baked ahead and reheated in the microwave at the last minute, thus freeing the overburdened Thanksgiving oven. Read more »

La Vis Lagrein
Winery: Cantina La Vis
Region: Italy » Trentino-alto Adige
Type: Table Wines

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Slow Cooker Hot Fruit Salad

This thick, chutney-like fruit salad, slow-cooked to allow the flavors to deliciously blend, is a perfect accompaniment for roast pork or chicken. Read more »

Kellerei-Cantina Tramin Lagrein Alto Adige Südtirol
Winery: Kellerei-Cantina Tramin
Region: Italy » Alto Adige
Type: Table Wines

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Sweet Potato Spice Cake with Fresh Ginger & Pecan Streusel Topping

This cake is incredibly moist, thanks to the sweet potato, and the fresh ginger adds a vibrancy that other spice cakes can only dream of. One piece is never enough. Read more »

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Robust Italian Varietals in the Heart of Oregon Pinot Noir Country

Smack dab in the middle of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir country, you may not expect to find big, bold Italian varietals, but a visit to Remy Wines will get you just that. Specializing in single vineyard Italian varietal wines like Barbera, Sangiovese, ...

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What's new on Snooth

So much happens here at Snooth each week that it's easy not to notice some of the newest developments. Just last week, for example, we conducted our second virtual tasting, in this case with Michael Twelftree winemaker extraordinaire of Australia's Tw...

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Great Values for the Cellar 2

We got started last time with a short list of cellarable wines that won’t break the bank. I only touched on Portugal and Spain, and judging from the response, it looks like we’re going to have to dig a bit deeper to satisfy every palate out there!

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Cantina Convento Muri-Gries Lagrein Alto Adige Südtirol (2007)

Winery: Cantina Convento Muri-Gries
Region: Italy » Alto Adige » Alto Adige - Südtirol
Varietal: Lagrein
Type: Table Wines
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lglover

3.75 stars Appearance: opaque ruby core Nose: medium+ intensity with aromas of raisin, dates, floral, blueberry, roses and plum Palate: medium+ acidity, medium_ tannins, long length, medium+ concentration; flavors of plum, date, floral and slight bi...

J. Hofstätter Lagrein Alto Adige Südtirol Steinraffler (1999)

Winery: J. Hofstätter
Region: Italy » Alto Adige » Alto Adige - Südtirol
Varietal: Lagrein
Type: Table Wines
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Eric Guido

The nose was full of dark red fruits, fall leaves, caramel, musk and damp earth. It was hard to take my nose from this glass as it continued to evolve over the course of the meal. On the palate it was soft and elegant while showing black cherry, plum...

Conway Deep Sea Red (2008)

Winery: Conway Family Wines
Region: USA » California » Central Coast
Varietal: Syrah , Petite Sirah , Lagrein , Merlot , Mourvèdre
Type: Table Wines
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Nicki Gig

varying berry fruit qualities, mostly blackberry, blueberry, currants and round oak characteristics. the palate offers those berry fruit components with hints of cocoa and more oak

Cantina Terlano Lagrein Alto Adige Südtirol Porphyr (2006)

Winery: Cantina Terlano
Region: Italy » Alto Adige » Terlano
Varietal: Lagrein
Type: Table Wines
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biondanonima

Beautiful, full bodied red with excellent acidity - great with a superb Italian meal at Del Posto.

Manincor Lagrein (2010)

Winery: Manincor
Region: Italy » Trentino-alto Adige » Vigneti Delle Dolomiti Igt
Varietal: Lagrein
Type: Table Wines
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Craig Bilodeau

Wonderful complex with bright acidity. Dark fruit on the nose and palate, with some pepper and earthy tones adding depth. Very nice.

Santa Barbara Winery Lagrein Santa Ynez Valley Joughin Vineyard (2006)

Winery: Santa Barbara Winery
Region: USA » California » Santa Barbara County » Santa Ynez Valley
Varietal: Lagrein
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Mr Dolce

Cork and barrel scent emanates which makes for a illustrious fresh barrel tasting appeal. A gentle twirl paints the glass an deep ruby. Layered fruit and a light jam feel. Rich tangy finish.

Manincor Lagrein (2010)

Winery: Manincor
Region: Italy » Trentino-alto Adige » Vigneti Delle Dolomiti Igt
Varietal: Lagrein
Type: Table Wines
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jtryka

2010 Manincor Lagrein, tasted with Count Michael Gross-Enzenber of Manincor - this is a whole other country when it comes to wine, as the Lagrein is a unique grape to the Alto Adige. This is a mountain red wine, and it really seems that way with some ...

J. Hofstätter Lagrein Alto Adige Südtirol Steinraffler (1999)

Winery: J. Hofstätter
Region: Italy » Alto Adige » Alto Adige - Südtirol
Varietal: Lagrein
Type: Table Wines
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Eric Guido

Just right and ready to drink. Great bottle to turn you into a lover of Lagrein. Vibrant acidity and medium body, a great food wine that refreshes the palette with strawberry and plums. Gorgeous fresh finish.

Alta Luna Phases (2009)

Region: Italy » Trentino
Varietal: Teroldego , Lagrein , Merlot
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InWineTruth

Opaque black ruby hue, rich aromas of dark fruits, tobacco and spice; flavor notes of bright black cherries, black plums and fresh currants with coffee tones and silky tannins for a moderately long finish. Good IGT Dolomite value.

Manincor Lagrein (2010)

Winery: Manincor
Region: Italy » Trentino-alto Adige » Vigneti Delle Dolomiti Igt
Varietal: Lagrein
Type: Table Wines
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heathbodell

Cranberry and pepper on the nose. A bit of tang on the tongue with notes of dark berries and earth. The finish has peppery mixed with some acidity. I would love to pair this with a nice grilled steak!

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Lagrein on Snooth

  • April 2013

    Tonight some nice pinot from rrv...  Read More

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  • Adrian Classic Lagrein Rubeno 2012

    April 2013

    Adrian Classic Lagrein Rubeno 2012

    Snoothrank:

    Clear, not transparent, violet-red colour, very consistent.Intense fruity and flowers aromas, with some smoky and chemical notes aswell due to the tannins.Warm and rich at taste, bodied, good acidity maintaning a good equilibrium. Persistent. Read More

    Wine review by redpoz


  • Peter Solva & Sohne Sudtirol Alto Adige de Silva Lagrein 2010

    April 2013

    Peter Solva & Sohne Sudtirol Alto Adige de Silva Lagrein 2010

    Snoothrank:

    2010 vintage-Clear, not transparent. very consistent with a red colour having granat and purple nuances.Intense and complex aromas (mostly fruity: such as cherries and acacia).Slightly acid, kind of astringent at taste, perhaps not completely ready, but warm and equilibrated. Read More

    Wine review by redpoz


  • March 2013

    Thought Foxall would have chimed in on this already but... A couple evenings ... but nice2009 Ignaz Niedrist Lagrein Suditrol Berger Gei - Fox brought this one, interesting and paired well with my Duck.2010 Girlan Gschleier Vernatsch Alte Reben - GdP wins for most obscure wine. Hell, I couldn't even pronounce it. Took forever to write it down.... Read More

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  • Deep Sea Red 2009

    February 2013

    Deep Sea Red 2009

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    Excellent Pinot! Read More

    Wine review by bottleno121


  • Cantina Produttori Santa Maddalena/Cantina di Bolzano A.A. Lagrein Scuro Taber Riserva 2005

    February 2013

    Cantina Produttori Santa Maddalena/Cantina di Bolzano A.A. Lagrein Scuro Taber Riserva 2005

    Snoothrank:

    No written review

    Wine review by Klaus


  • Alta Luna Phases 2009

    February 2013

    Alta Luna Phases 2009

    Snoothrank:

    Opaque black ruby hue, rich aromas of dark fruits, tobacco and spice; flavor notes of bright black cherries, black plums and fresh currants with coffee tones and silky tannins for a moderately long finish. Good IGT Dolomite value. Read More

    Wine review by InWineTruth


  • Remy Wines Illahe Vineyard Lagrein 2009

    February 2013

    Remy Wines Illahe Vineyard Lagrein 2009

    Snoothrank:

    Super dark and inky red color in the glass with a glowing halo of bright ruby red. Vibrant aromas of plums and raspberries were highlighted by leather and vanilla. In the mouth, round supple tannins and bright acidity with a gorgeous velvet-like texture all played a role in creating this sultry, soulful, dark fruit wine. I absolutely loved it. Read More

    Wine review by Julia Crowley


  • January 2013

    After a quick tour of the winery, we settled in at the bar and sampled a couple ... 2009 Illahe Vineyard Oregon Lagrein and the 2009 Rosebud Vineyard Washington Barbera. The Lagrein was a super dark and inky red color in the glass with a glowing halo of bright ruby red. Vibrant aromas of  plums and raspberries were highlighted by leather and va... Read More

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  • Cantina Produttori Santa Maddalena/Cantina di Bolzano A.A. Lagrein Scuro Taber Riserva 2005

    January 2013

    Cantina Produttori Santa Maddalena/Cantina di Bolzano A.A. Lagrein Scuro Taber Riserva 2005

    Snoothrank:

    No written review

    Wine review by alanb1108


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