{"title":"Lagrein","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"castel-firmian-riserva-lagrein","title":"Castel Firmian Riserva Lagrein","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Note Castel Firmian Riserva Lagrein \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA powerful yet elegant red wine made from 100% Lagrein, a typical grape variety from Trentino. The aroma reveals dark fruit, blueberries, and black cherries, complemented by spicy notes, vanilla, and a hint of dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is rich and concentrated, with ripe tannins, a beautiful structure, and pleasant freshness. The oak aging provides extra depth and notes of vanilla and spices, while the dark fruit remains clearly present. The finish is long, warm, and full of character. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eCastel Firmian Riserva Lagrein \u003c\/strong\u003epairs well with red meat, game, stews, grilled meat, and hearty pasta dishes. It also shines with mushroom dishes or aged hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the hills along the Adige, where Mezzacorona cultivates Lagrein at an altitude of approximately 200–400 meters. The vines are traditionally trained using the pergola system. This ensures the grape bunches receive sufficient sun, while the leaves protect them from excessive radiation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter fermentation, the wine matures in French oak barriques and then undergoes further aging in steel and in the bottle. This contributes to the powerful yet rounded style of this Riserva.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMezzacorona was one of the first cooperatives in\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/italie\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand now represents a large group of wineries from the far north (Trentino) to the deep south (Sicily). The vineyards of winemaker Mezzocorona are located in Trentino and Alto Adige, the region between Verona and the Alps in Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover more wines from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/castel-firmian\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eCastel Firmian winery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards\/Distinctions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGold – Best of Show Trentino Red, Mundus Vini – 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGold – Best of Show Trentino Red, Mundus Vini – 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGold – Best of Show Trentino Red, Mundus Vini – 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGold – Berliner Wein Trophy – 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGold – Berliner Wein Trophy – 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSilver – Mundus Vini – 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLagrein has been cultivated in Trentino since the 15th century. This makes the grape a true historical inhabitant of the Dolomites. There are also two natural variants of Lagrein: a short-stemmed and a long-stemmed variant. For this Castel Firmian Riserva, Mezzacorona uses the short-stemmed variant, which forms smaller bunches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castel Firmian","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944372769093,"sku":"28092","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/0048587_castel-firmian-riserva-lagrein.png?v=1788947964"},{"product_id":"castel-firmian-lagrein-trentino-doc","title":"Castel Firmian Lagrein Trentino DOC","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes Castel Firmian Lagrein Trentino DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep and intense in character, with aromas of violets, ripe blackberries and blackcurrants. The oak aging adds subtle notes of chocolate, black pepper, almond, and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is firm and structured, but thanks to its fine tannins and balanced acidity, it remains smooth and approachable. A slight minerality provides extra freshness and length. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastel Firmian Lagrein Trentino \u003c\/strong\u003epairs excellently with rich and spicy dishes, meat dishes with a powerful sauce, grilled or smoked meat, and grilled vegetables. Also delicious with aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLagrein is a special, indigenous grape variety from Northern Italy. It is primarily associated with Alto Adige (South Tyrol), but has also been cultivated in Trentino for centuries. A written record from 1526 even shows that Lagrein was already grown in Trentino at that time. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLagrein is known for its dark color, firm structure, and beautiful combination of fruit and freshness. The grape naturally has quite a bit of tannins and acidity, which can make the wines powerful, but at the same time keep them well-balanced. Typical aromas include black cherries, blackberries, blueberries, and violets, complemented by spicy and sometimes earthy notes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name Lagrein is probably connected to the Vallagarina, a valley in Trentino. The exact origin of the name is not entirely certain; there are several theories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: muli,sans-serif\"\u003eMezzacorona was one of the first cooperatives in\u003ca style=\"box-sizing: border-box; line-height: inherit; max-width: 100%; color: rgb(143, 134, 143) !important\" href=\"\/en\/collections\/italie\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand today represents a large group of wineries from the far north (Trentino) to the deep south (Sicily). The vineyards of winemaker Mezzocorona are located in Trentino and Alto Adige, the region between Verona and the Alps in Italy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover more wines from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/castel-firmian\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eCastel Firmian winery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards\/Distinctions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMundus Vini – Gold – 2021 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBerliner Wein Trophy – Gold – 2021 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVinitaly Design Award – Gold Trophy – 2024 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLagrein is one of the historic grape varieties of the region and has been mentioned in Trentino for at least 500 years. This gives this modern Castel Firmian wine a beautiful piece of history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castel Firmian","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944372998469,"sku":"28078","price":8.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/7f65dda390242f8174dff8ff948713a8e25123d0.jpg?v=1787299992"}],"url":"https:\/\/vechtstreekwijnen.nl\/en\/collections\/lagrein.oembed","provider":"Vechtstreek Wijnen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}