Lagrein Muri - Gries 2025
The Lagrein from the Muri-Greis winery is a red wine from Alto Adige, with an inviting and enveloping sip. A dynamic expression of one of the main red grape varieties of the area, this wine with interesting fruity and floral notes matures in large barrels, from which it gains softness and an inviting organoleptic note reminiscent of chocolate. A perfect wine to accompany grilled red meats, game, and first courses of South Tyrolean cuisine
The Lagrein from the South Tyrolean estate Muri-Gries is a red wine capable of reflecting the characteristic fruity and full-bodied nature of this well-known indigenous grape variety. The Muri-Gries estate represents a case of a convent dedicated to the production and marketing of wine, as was customary in ancient times. It all began in 1845 in present-day Piazza Gries in Bolzano, the year in which a group of Benedictine monks from the Swiss town of Muri took over the local abbey, where for centuries Augustinian monks had been dedicated to viticulture. Continuing this ancient tradition, even today the monks take care of the 35 hectares of vineyards of the convent-estate, paying special attention to the Lagrein grape, interpreted in different styles while always respecting the intrinsic qualities of the grape.
Muri-Gries Lagrein is a pure expression of the eponymous indigenous variety grown on sandy soils of alluvial origin, situated at an altitude of 260 meters above sea level with full southern exposure. Following the harvest, the grapes are pressed in stainless steel tanks where alcoholic fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 28 °C, associated with 8 days of maceration on the skins.takes place at a controlled temperature of 28 °C, associated with 8 days of maceration on the skins. The subsequent aging phase lasts for several months and takes place in large wooden barrels of 30 and 50 hectoliters.
The Lagrein from the Muri-Gries convent winery has an intense purple-red color. The aromatic profile consists of vivid hints of ripe red fruits and violet that blend with pleasant and complex notes of spices and chocolate. On the palate, it is soft, enveloping, and fresh, with dense yet velvety tannins that combine with a light and pleasant sensation of bitter almond in a tasty finish.