St. Magdalener | Classic
St. Magdalener is considered the legendary red wine of South Tyrol and was much better known than Barolo before 1945. This red wine is undoubtedly one of the finest in the region.The DOC area, which was placed under protection in 1971, extends in the northern part of the Bolzano basin from Siebeneich to Leitach. With its intense sunlight, slopes of moraine debris and weathered porphyry rock, this hill zone, known as the amphitheater, is one of the pearls of South Tyrolean viticulture. The well-balanced vineyard of the different varieties of Vernatsch with some Lagrein characterizes this jewel.
St. Magdalener is mainly made from the native Vernatsch grape, with a maximum addition of 10% Lagrein is allowed and has a long tradition. The St. Magdalener wine is characterized by its ruby to garnet red color, which tends to brick red with age. Its aging is consistently dry, but it always remains supple and balanced in its content of tannin and acidity. Its typical taste and bouquet is delicately reminiscent of bitter almonds and impresses with finesse and delicacy.
The St. Magdalener is very popular at home and abroad and always worth a recommendation: the cuvée of noble Vernatsch and a small amount of Lagrein is fruity and easy to drink. The best qualities come exclusively from sites directly in St. Maddalena. The wine is preferably drunk young, but can also be stored for several years. Good quality wines are produced by the Cantina di Bolzano or the Abbey of Muri-Gries, but also many small winemakers, such as Pfannenstielhof, produce top Maddalena wines. - Gerardo [TS06/22]
"If there is one characteristic that applies to all South Tyrolean wines, it lies in the clean primary fruitiness of the wines. Their fruit is animating, their acidity refreshing. A chronicler of the 1960s described them as 'cheerful' because they can be enjoyed in an uncomplicated and carefree way." - Dr. Jens Priewe (Die Weine von Südtirol)
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St. Magdalener Classico DOC 2025Muri Gries, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener Classico presents itself in a bright ruby red and seduces the nose with an expressive bouquet of juicy cherries, ripe plums and fresh raspberries. Fine floral notes of violets and a subtle spiciness of almonds and nutmeg lend the fragrance additional depth and...
€ 10,50 = 14,00 €/L
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St. Magdalener Classico Gütesiegel DOC 2024Kellerei Bozen, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener Classico takes its name from the vineyards on the St. Maddalena hill in the north of Bolzano, where Vernatsch and Lagrein traditionally grow side by side in a mixed set. The grapes are harvested and fermented together, which gives this wine its typical character. In the glass, it shines in a bright ruby red color and exudes a floral bouquet of red cherries, violets and a delicate hint of...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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St. Magdalener DOC 2024Kellerei Kaltern, South Tyrol
The typical St. Magdalener shows itself in the glass in a rich cherry red, which already visually announces its fruity freshness. The nose reveals an inviting bouquet with notes of ripe cherries, fine bitter almonds and a floral hint of violets - an aromatic composition that impressively reflects its origin from the sun-drenched slopes around...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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St. Magdalener DOC 2024Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener is a classic cuvée of Vernatsch with a small proportion of Lagrein and is one of the most authentic red wines in South Tyrol. The grapes come from the renowned growing area around Bolzano-Gries, where the mild climate and steep slopes offer ideal conditions for this traditional combination. In the glass, the wine is a clear ruby red and exudes intense aromas of red cherries, raspberries and a hint of...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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St. Magdalener DOC 2025Kellerei Kaltern, South Tyrol
The typical St. Magdalener shows itself in the glass in a rich cherry red, which already visually announces its fruity freshness. The nose reveals an inviting bouquet with notes of ripe cherries, fine bitter almonds and a floral hint of violets - an aromatic composition that impressively reflects its origin from the sun-drenched slopes around...
€ 11,50 = 15,33 €/L
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St. Magdalener DOC 2025St. Michael-Eppan, South Tyrol
The steep slopes around St. Magdalena near Bolzano, with their special microclimate and well-aerated soils, create the perfect conditions for growing this indigenous grape variety. The wine is a bright ruby red in the glass and develops an intense bouquet of cherries, red berries and a hint of violets. This clear fruit is complemented by fine spicy nuances and makes the St. Magdalener a typical representative of its...
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Rieser · St. Magdalener DOC 2024Kellerei Nals-Margreid, South Tyrol
The South Tyrolean St. Magdalener Rieser comes from the sun-drenched vineyards of the Vernatsch region of the same name in the Bolzano valley basin and is a delicate ruby red in the glass. Its bouquet combines fruity aromas of ripe cherries and red berries, accompanied by subtle hints of roasted almonds. This fresh yet complex aroma makes it a special...
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Huck am Bach · St. Magdalener Classico DOC 2024Kellerei Bozen, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener Classico Huck am Bach is made from the best grapes from the vineyards of the same name near St. Maddalena. This typical South Tyrolean cuvée, which consists mainly of Vernatsch and a small proportion of Lagrein, offers a sophisticated yet light wine enjoyment. The nose reveals a floral bouquet with a fine almond note, complemented by aromas of violets and...
€ 12,50 = 16,67 €/L
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Gröbner · St. Magdalener DOC 2024Kellerei Kaltern, South Tyrol
The South Tyrolean St. Magdalener Gröbner impresses with its rich cherry-red color, which immediately attracts attention. This wine is predominantly made from the indigenous Vernatsch grape, but the addition of Lagrein gives it a special richness and depth, making it one of the strongest representatives of the great Vernatsch family. On the nose, it seduces with a fruity bouquet reminiscent of cherries and bitter almonds, giving it a harmonious, fresh and complex...
€ 12,95 = 17,27 €/L
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Gröbner · St. Magdalener DOC 2023Kellerei Kaltern, South Tyrol
The South Tyrolean St. Magdalener Gröbner impresses with its rich cherry-red color, which immediately attracts attention. This wine is predominantly made from the indigenous Vernatsch grape, but the addition of Lagrein gives it a special richness and depth, making it one of the strongest representatives of the great Vernatsch family. On the nose, it seduces with a fruity bouquet reminiscent of cherries and bitter almonds, giving it a harmonious, fresh and complex...
€ 12,95 = 17,27 €/L
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St. Magdalener DOC 2024Kloster Neustift, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener from Neustift Abbey presents itself in the glass with a deep ruby red color, interspersed with light brick tones that underline its characterful structure. On the nose, it unfolds an enticing bouquet of juicy cherries, delicate violets, and subtle almond notes, revealing its harmonious balance and subtle elegance from the very first...
€ 12,95 = 17,27 €/L
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Tradition · St. Magdalener DOC 2023Kellerei Terlan, South Tyrol
The strong ruby red color of St. Magdalener immediately catches the eye and promises an intense taste experience. Its aroma is characterized by a clear, superficial fruit, reminiscent of black elderberries and cherries. A subtle hint of bitter almond and a nuance of violets round off the bouquet and give the wine additional...
€ 13,95 € 12,99 = 17,32 €/L
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Moar · St. Magdalener Classico DOC 2023Kellerei Bozen, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener Classico Moar impresses in the glass with a strong ruby red color that immediately catches the eye. Its bouquet seduces with aromas of violets and roses, complemented by fruity notes of cherries and raspberries. This fresh fruitiness is harmoniously rounded off by a characteristic hint of bitter almond and...
€ 16,95 = 22,60 €/L
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St. Magdalener Classico DOC 2025Pfannenstielhof, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener from Pfannenstielhof is a well-balanced wine that combines freshness and fruitiness with a fine complexity. Despite its approachable nature, it displays a juicy fullness paired with a subtle spiciness and full-bodied character. It embodies the perfect balance between tradition and modernity and is appreciated as a local specialty as well as a versatile accompaniment to various...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Annver · St. Magdalener Classico DOC 2023Pfannenstielhof, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener “Annver” is a special tribute to the daughters of the winery, Anna and Veronika, and stands for a successful combination of finesse, elegance and lively tension. The intense fruitiness blends with floral notes and a subtle spiciness to create a fragrant, multi-layered bouquet that impressively reflects the fine style of this...
€ 29,95 = 39,93 €/L
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Der Pfannenstiel · St. Magdalener Classico DOC 2020Pfannenstielhof, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener “Der Pfannenstiel” impresses with intense aromas of ripe heart cherries, accompanied by floral hints of brunelle and fine, spicy notes such as laurel. This aromatic diversity gives the wine depth and expressiveness and underlines its multi-layered character in an impressive...
€ 59,95 = 79,93 €/L
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St. Magdalener | Classic | Buy at Gerardo
Schiava' (Vernatsch) is the Italian name of a grape variety with numerous variations which is mainly native to South Tyrol and Trentino. It is not uncommon for an entire group of grape varieties to share the same name, the same characteristic being common to Malvasia and Muscat wines. It is only natural for a grape variety that thrives in the triangle between France, Italy and Germany to have different and sometimes somewhat confusing names. In German, the grape variety is known as Vernatsch and some of its variations as Grauvernatsch (Schiava Grigia) as well as Kleinvernatsch (Schiava Gentile), Grossvernatsch (Schiava Grossa) and Mittervernatsch. Other synonyms include Frankenthaler Blau, Koelner Blau, and the universally known Trollinger. Some interpretations of the name assume 'Slavic' (rather than 'slave') when translating 'Schiava'. In some places it is assumed that the grape variety is of Slavic origin.
The main use of this grape variety is in St. Magdalener, where Vernatsch plays a key role. The full name is Alto Adige Santa Maddalena (South Tyrolean St. Magdalener) and refers to red wines from South Tyrol from a precisely defined area in the northern part of Bolzano. The delicate fragrance of these light, fine and rather bright red wines is stes pleasant and the wines are among the most beautiful in the province of Bolzano. Although Pinot Noir (Pinot Nero) is becoming increasingly important in South Tyrol - its quality and reputation are growing year by year - there is still a long way to go in trying to knock St. Madgalener off its throne.
The cultivation area of the original St. Magdalener comprises a series of hill ranges in the valleys of Tyrol as well as in the Eisack Valley, converging in the city of Bolzano. Many of these growing areas have the right to bear the name St. Magdalener as part of their DOC title in their name, officially making them a sort of sub-sub-region of South Tyrol. The areas include Santa Justina, Leitach, St. Peter, Guntschna, St. Georgen, Rentsch and Sand. All wines produced there are also allowed to carry the appellation 'Classico' which suggests a higher quality.
The South Tyrolean St. Magdalener is a medium-weight, fruit-driven red wine which is made from at least 85% Vernatsch (Schiava) grapes. Lagrein, the second most important variety in South Tyrol, may be included in this wine to a maximum of 15% to give a little more color and extracts. - Gerardo [TS06/22]