Schiava Alto Adige (Alle) | Grape variety

Vernatsch me! Just like its well-known cousin - the St. Magdalener - the classic Vernatschwein is pressed from the red grape of the same name. With the difference that the variants Kalterersee Auslese as well as Sanct Magdalener are supplemented with some Lagrein. Vernatsch is typically grown in South Tyrol, in the area of Überetsch where the wine is known as the Kalterersee. Typical of the Vernatsch grape are the pronounced fruit aroma and the subtle notes of almonds. Today, many varieties of Vernatsch grapes are distinguished, including Großvernatsch, Grauvernatsch, Mittervernatsch, Edelvernatsch, Tschaggelevernatsch and several others. In the Italian-speaking world, the grape variety is known as 'Schiava'.

The South Tyrolean Edelvernatsch is one of the most famous red wines, along with the Großvernatsch and the Grauvernatsch. For a long time, this light and fruity red wine was only drunk locally with the Brettljause. The many tourists also brought the desire for this wine home with them. Today it is more popular than ever as an uncomplicated drinking wine. Edelvernatsch is always fruit-driven, has little acidity and very mild tannins. Try the wine in summer also well chilled, their guests will be delighted.

The Vernatsch grape is known in Germany under the name Trollinger and occupies a large part of the cultivated area of South Tyrol. Also known as Schiava, the spa grape produces light and uncomplicated red wines. The fruity wines from the many Vernatsch varieties are drunk primarily in the domestic market, but high-quality Schiava wines also enjoy particular popularity abroad. Understandable, because what goes better with South Tyrolean bacon and other mountain delicacies? Bright ruby red shimmers in the glass with impressions of berry fruits and almonds in the bouquet. In the drink of juicy fruit and soft tannins, even chilled a fun guarantee! - Gerardo [TS09/25]

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