Lagrein Alto Adige DOC - Elena Walch 2024

Name: Lagrein Alto Adige DOC - Elena Walch
Brand: Elena Walch
SKU: GIU-7943
Price: 19.51 EUR
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100% Lagrein · Lagrein Alto Adige DOC · 75 cl · 2024

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Producer	Elena Walch
Name	Lagrein Alto Adige DOC
Variety	100% Lagrein
Vintage	2024
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Spicy notes, cocoa, wild berries, sweet cherry
Vinification method	~10-day fermentation in steel; malolactic in oak barrels
Region	Alto Adige (South Tyrol)
Production area	Vineyards on calcareous soils, SE/SW exposures
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Aging potential 5–7 years
Type of cask	Large oak casks; French and Slavonian (70,22 hl)
Color	Intense, dense garnet red
Serving temperature	16–18 °C
Recommended consumption	Drink within 5–7 years
Pairing	Game, red meat, mature cheeses

Descrizione

The Lagrein Alto Adige DOC from Elena Walch is a representative, recognisable red wine. Produced within the Alto Adige designation and signed by the Elena Walch estate, it offers a profile true to the Lagrein variety: medium to full-bodied, deep in colour and an overall impression of ripe fruit without excess. The expression is precise and not overwhelmed by extraneous elements; a balance between structure and drinkability makes it suitable for everyday enjoyment or informal occasions.

In the glass it reveals notes of red and black fruit, with vegetal hints and a light spiciness that contribute to its olfactory complexity. On the palate it shows structured yet balanced tannins and acidity that supports the sip, providing persistence without weighing it down. It pairs well with dishes based on red meat or braises, cold cuts and medium-aged cheeses; it can be served slightly cool to emphasise the fruity freshness. It is a wine to appreciate for its straightforwardness and consistency with the declared origin.

The winery

Elena Walch – Winery in Alto Adige / Südtirol (Trentino‑Alto Adige)

Discover the story and wines of Elena Walch.

Family-run winery based in Termeno/Tramin (Alto Adige). Known for terroir-driven wines and its single-vineyard 'Vigna' sites (e.g. Castel Ringberg, Kastelaz); long associated with Elena Walch and today involving the fifth generation (daughters Julia and Karoline).

Region: Alto Adige / Südtirol (Trentino‑Alto Adige)

Country: Italy

Grapes: Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero, Schiava, Bronner, Lagrein, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Syrah, Sauvignon, Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Blauburger

Vigna "Kastelaz": an iconic single vineyard above Tramin, the source of the famous Gewürztraminer Vigna "Kastelaz" and of a Merlot Riserva. Vigna Castel Ringberg: monopole/reference site near Lake Caldaro. Grande Cuvée "Beyond the Clouds" as a premium label. Declared commitment to sustainability. International recognition and regular presence in specialized guides and magazines.

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Winery history

Trained as an architect, Elena Walch raised the international profile of her family estate by modernising vineyard and cellar practices and emphasising single-vineyard expression. In recent years leadership has been progressively assumed by her daughters Julia and Karoline (fifth generation).

Production philosophy

Strongly terroir-driven approach: emphasis on single 'Vigna' sites, manual vineyard work, sustainability-oriented practices and careful cellar ageing (e.g. French barriques and extended bottle ageing).

Terroir and vineyards

Estate and vineyards located in Alto Adige/Südtirol (Termeno/Tramin, Caldaro). Calcareous and varied soils; climate combining summer warmth with cool Dolomite winds. The producer cites Vigna Castel Ringberg as a single vineyard of about 20 hectares; Vigna Kastelaz is a steep terraced site above Tramin.

Awards and recognitions

The winery and individual wines regularly appear in rankings and guides: among the acknowledgements are mentions in James Suckling, Gambero Rosso, and listings in guides such as Veronelli, VITAE and Doctor Wine.