Lagrein vs Teroldego
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Lagrein and Teroldego is tannin: Lagrein is High while Teroldego is Medium. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
LagreinTeroldego
Step 02
Lagrein vs Teroldego
Compare structure side by side, then resolve the close-call with the right separator.
Primary separator
Parent–offspring: Lagrein ≠ Teroldego — related by pedigree, not synonym.
Train this pair →Aroma Markers
Shared signature markers
- violet
Lagrein more likely markers
- black plum
- graphite
Teroldego more likely markers
- blueberry
- earth smoke
Decision Cues
Most useful separators
- Parent–offspring: Lagrein ≠ Teroldego — related by pedigree, not synonym.
- Prefer Alto Adige Lagrein vs Campo Rotaliano Teroldego framing.
High-signal differences
- Acidity: Teroldego slightly higher (Medium(+) vs High).
- Tannin: Lagrein much higher (High vs Medium).
- Body: Lagrein slightly higher (Full vs Medium(+)).
Structure fingerprint
LagreinTeroldego
Acidity
Medium(+)
High
Tannin
High
Medium
Body
Full
Medium(+)
Alcohol
Medium
Medium
Color intensity
Deep
Deep
Aromatic intensity
Medium(+)
Medium(+)
Reference context
Shared classic regions
- Alto Adige
- Trentino
Lagrein
Classic regions:
- Bolzano
Style examples:
- Lagrein Riserva
- Dense alpine dark-fruited red
- Firm-tannin Alto Adige red with floral edge
Teroldego
Classic regions:
- Campo Rotaliano
Style examples:
- Teroldego Rotaliano
- Fresh dark-fruited alpine red
- Structured Teroldego Rotaliano DOC red
Common questions
How do you tell Lagrein and Teroldego apart in a blind tasting?
The clearest separator between Lagrein and Teroldego is tannin: Lagrein is High while Teroldego is Medium. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Is Lagrein or Teroldego higher in tannin?
On the WSET ladder, Lagrein is High and Teroldego is Medium for tannin.
Are Lagrein and Teroldego red or white?
Lagrein and Teroldego are both red grape varieties.