Lagrein
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Lagrein Dunkel
Lagrein is a red wine grape with signature aromas of graphite, black plum, violet. Structure: Full body, Medium(+) acidity, High tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Syrah and Nero d'Avola.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for very deep color and strong tannin with dark-fruit concentration.
- Check for violet and pepper notes that keep the wine lifted despite density.
Confidence signals
- Blackberry-violet profile with dense structure
- High tannin and high color concentration
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Alto Adige · Bolzano · Trentino
- Classic styles: Dense alpine dark-fruited red · Firm-tannin Alto Adige red with floral edge
Common questions
Is Lagrein a red or white grape variety?
Lagrein is a red wine grape variety.
What does Lagrein smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Lagrein include graphite, black plum and violet. Structural profile: Full body, Medium(+) acidity, High tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Lagrein?
Documented tells for Lagrein: Look for very deep color and strong tannin with dark-fruit concentration. and Check for violet and pepper notes that keep the wine lifted despite density..
What is Lagrein most often confused with in blind tasting?
Lagrein is most commonly confused with Syrah, Nero d'Avola and Teroldego. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Lagrein grown?
Classic regions for Lagrein include Alto Adige, Bolzano and Trentino.