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Merlot Alto Adige DOC - Alois Lageder 2022

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Merlot Alto Adige DOC 75 cl 2022

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Technical information

Producer
Alois Lageder
Name
Alto Adige DOC
Variety
Merlot
Vintage
2022
Gradation
13.0%
Format
75 cl
Aromatic profile
Red fruits, spices, herbal notes
Vinification method
Steel fermentation, wood aging
Aging
6-12 months
Type of cask
Oak barrels
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The Merlot Alto Adige DOC by Alois Lageder comes from vineyards located in the elegant hills of Alto Adige, a land suited for grape varieties that require a cool climate and mineral-rich soils. This Merlot reveals a harmonious and refined character, an authentic expression of the Alto Adige territory. After a patient fermentation and careful aging, often in oak barriques, the wine develops a complex bouquet where notes of ripe cherry, wild berries, and delicate spicy hints emerge.

The body is enveloping, with soft tannins well balanced by a fresh acidity, which gives the sip a pleasant persistence and dynamism. Suitable to accompany red meat dishes, game, and aged cheeses, this Merlot represents a perfect balance between elegance and structure, embodying the typicality of Alto Adige at its best. A refined choice for those looking for an intense yet elegant and versatile red.

The winery

Alois Lageder

Alto Adige / Trentino-Alto Adige (Südtirol)ItaliaSince 1823

Historic winery in South Tyrol, run by the Lageder family, known for its biodynamic approach and a wide-ranging, terroir-driven production.
Grape varieties
Blatterle, Bronner, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Fraueler, Gewürztraminer, Moscato Giallo, Kerner, Lagrein, Manzoni Bianco, Merlot, Müller Thurgau, Petit Manseng, Petit Verdot, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Regent, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Schiava (Vernatsch), Souvignier Gris, Sylvaner, Syrah, Tannat, Veltliner, Versoalen, Viognier, Zweigelt
  • Founded in 1823; still family-owned.
  • 55 hectares of estate vineyards farmed biodynamically.
  • Approximately 30 varieties are cultivated, including indigenous, international and experimental varieties.
  • Adopted biodynamic practices in 2004; first biodynamic wines released in 2008; partner vineyards fully converted by 2024.
  • Low-intervention winemaking practices: spontaneous fermentations and limited use of additives; attention to sustainability measures.
The story
Family-owned winery founded in 1823 in Magrè on the Strada del Vino in Alto Adige, now run by the sixth generation. During the 20th century the winery combined tradition and innovation, expanding collaborations with local winegrowers and investing in new production facilities and cultural projects.
Production philosophy
The winery practices biodynamic farming as a central approach: care for biodiversity, integration of livestock and horticulture, use of biodynamic preparations and reduced cellar interventions. Over the years it has also pursued sustainability measures across the supply chain.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards distributed across the Alto Adige region, with sites in Magrè and areas around Cortaccia, Termeno and Caldaro. The vines are planted on diverse soils and span an altitude range of approximately 200 to 1,000 metres above sea level.