Lagrein Riserva 'Tor di Lupo' Cantina Andriano 2015
"Tor di Lupo" Riserva by Cantina Andriano is an intense and complex Lagrein that comes from sandy and clay soils located at 300 metres of altitude of the Val d'Adige. Vinified in steel tanks, it ages in barrique for 12 months and is enriched with evolved and ripe olfactory scents of red fruits in alcohol, balsamic tones of resin and dark chocolate. The first sip is fresh followed by alcoholic sensations. dense tannins and long persistence
This Alto Adige red Lagrein Riserva “Tor di Lupo” is a wine that easily stands out. Thanks to its character, which is evident on the palate with a clean sip where freshness and tannins are in harmony, while the nose is dominated by aromas of well-ripened fruit. Cantina Andriano, the oldest winery in Alto Adige, founded in 1893, confirms its perfect knowledge of the territory, cultivating Lagrein vines in the most suitable plots, ideal for creating a product of great quality.
The “Tor di Lupo” is a Lagrein Riserva endowed with structure and territorial expressiveness. The vines of this variety grow in vineyards located about 300 meters above sea level, rooting in a terroir mainly composed of sand and clay. During the harvest, the clusters are carefully selected, and after destemming, the grapes are pressed, resulting in a must that ferments in stainless steel containers, where pump-overs are frequent. The wine then undergoes aging, resting for 12 months in barrique, until bottling operations begin.
This Lagrein Riserva “Tor di Lupo” presents itself visually with a typically ruby color, crossed by veins more tending towards purple at the rim. On the nose, there are distinct notes of very ripe red fruit, enhanced by hints of spices and resins, leading to an olfactory finish that also reveals a nuance of bitter chocolate. On the palate, it is full-bodied, and immediately announces itself with a pleasant freshness, with a tannic sip that continues into a finish with excellent persistence. A bottle with which Cantina Andriano achieves excellent scores in the main Italian and international guides, confirming the value of its labels.