Schreckbichl Lafòa | South Tyrol
Lafóa - five wines now bear this resonant name. But where does the name 'Lafóa' come from and what is depicted on the label? We explain the history of this special, South Tyrolean wine brand:
It was the 1980s in South Tyrol. Luis Raifer, winemaker and then managing director and chairman of the Schreckbichl Winery, returned to South Tyrol from a study trip through California and had big plans for viticulture. He recognized South Tyrol's potential to produce quality wines. The terroir was favorable, there were enough vineyards, and the winegrowers were capable. As a first step, he replaced the Vernatsch vines on his 'Lafóa' vineyard, a sun-drenched ridge behind the Schreckbichl winery, with Cabernet Sauvignon and later with the white Sauvignon Blanc. Alongside this, he introduced new quality standards: less yield for higher quality grapes and higher quality wine. So it was precisely on this pilot vineyard with the two wines Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon that the 'Lafóa idea' was born: the introduction of new quality standards in the vineyard. - Gerardo [TS06/22]
"In the 'Lafóa' line we now find five top-class wines: a Sauvignon Blanc, a Chardonnay, a Gewürztraminer, a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Pinot Noir, which is a new addition this year. At the top of quality is a wine called 'LR', an exclusive white wine cuvée of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Blanc, which seamlessly joins the ranks of the new super South Tyroleans." - Falstaff
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Lafòa · Gewürztraminer DOC 2020Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Straw yellow color, the fresh and delicate aroma reminiscent of yellow roses and nutmeg, some cloves and cinnamon. Strong body, spicy and with lively acidity. 'Atise' is the first documentary mention of the Adige River, which after the Ice Age took its course through the Überetsch. On the soils prepared in this way, the demanding Gewürztraminer vine finds its ideal location. - Gerardo [TS06/21]
€ 23,95 31,93 €/L
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Lafòa · Gewürztraminer DOC 2021Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Straw yellow color, the fresh and delicate aroma reminiscent of yellow roses and nutmeg, some cloves and cinnamon. Strong body, spicy and with lively acidity. 'Atise' is the first documentary mention of the Adige River, which after the Ice Age took its course through the Überetsch. On the soils prepared in this way, the demanding Gewürztraminer vine finds its ideal location. - Gerardo [TS06/22]
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Canthus · Gewürztraminer Passito DOC 2015Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
This Gewürztraminer Passito is a golden colored wine of high density and intensity. Its aroma is reminiscent of exotic fruits such as mango and pineapple. However, dried fruits and caramel notes are also clearly recognizable. On the palate, a small firework of emotions, very opulent with lots of fruit sweetness and fine acidity, full-bodied but still elegant and independent in its style. - Gerardo [TS06/16]
€ 25,90 69,07 €/L
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Rosatum · Rosenmuskateller DOC 2016Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Rosatum - 'Rose wine' was the name given in ancient Rome to the wine scented with rose oil. Extremely low yields produce a ripe rose aroma with silky richness. This sweet wine, produced only in extremely small quantities, beguiles with a seductive and flattering bouquet: intense aromas of fragrant rose petals and red berry fruits. On the palate it is rich, supple and opulent with a pleasant vanilla note. - Gerardo [TS06/17]
€ 26,95 71,87 €/L
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Villa Nigra · Blauburgunder Riserva DOC 2017Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Pinot Nero of ruby color, fruity aroma of red berries, cherries and fine spices. Well integrated toasted aromas perceptible. Ripe fruit sweetness and seductive on the palate with fine tannin structure and long finish. Villa Nigra is the Latin name of 'Schwarzhaus', an excellent Pinot Noir site with the necessary temperature variations between day and night. - Gerardo [TS06/18]
€ 29,95 39,93 €/L
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Cornelius · Merlot-Cabernet Riserva DOC 2019Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Deep and concentrated fruit, aromas of blackcurrant, cocoa, cinnamon and vanilla, and velvety tannins make up this full-bodied yet elegant cuvèe. This high-class Riserva takes its name from the first settler and winemaker in the Schreckbichl area. - Gerardo [TS06/20]
€ 29,95 39,93 €/L
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Sigis Mundus · Lagrein Riserva DOC 2017Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
A wine of almost purple color and dense aromas of violets, blackberries and sour cherry, coupled with light toasted aromas of coffee and chocolate. A powerful and supple wine with still youthful tannins. - Gerardo [TS06/18]
€ 29,95 39,93 €/L
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Lafòa · Pinot-Nero DOC 2018Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The new Pinot Noir Lafoa is here! The color is a rich ruby red in the glass. Intense aroma of fresh cherries and raspberries, underpinned by spicy notes and subtle toasty aromas. On the palate powerful and complex, from grippy tannins and elegant finish. - Gerardo [TS06/19]
€ 33,00 39,99 €/L
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Lafòa · Cabernet-Sauvignon DOC 2017Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The Cabernet Sauvignon 'Lafòa' is a jewel among the top South Tyrolean wines and enjoys international renown: this red wine, coming from the family vineyard of Luis Raifer, is produced year after year with great care in vineyard and cellar. Deep, violet-red color as well as aromatic bouquet of currants and blackberries. Underpinned by wild herbs and fine wood notes. On the palate, the grippy tannins are noticeable, giving the wine a stable backbone. - Gerardo [TS06/18]
€ 59,95 79,93 €/L
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Lafòa · Cabernet-Sauvignon DOC 2018Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The Cabernet Sauvignon 'Lafòa' is a jewel among the top South Tyrolean wines and enjoys international renown: this red wine, coming from the family vineyard of Luis Raifer, is produced year after year with great care in vineyard and cellar. Deep, violet-red color as well as aromatic bouquet of currants and blackberries. Underpinned by wild herbs and fine wood notes. On the palate, the grippy tannins are noticeable, giving the wine a stable backbone. - Gerardo [TS06/19]
€ 59,95 79,93 €/L
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Lafòa · Chardonnay MAGNUM DOC 2021 (1er Geschenkbox)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
A magnum bottle of Chardonnay Lafoá in an original gift box:
€ 59,95 39,97 €/L
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Lafòa · Sauvignon MAGNUM DOC 2021 (1er Geschenkbox)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
A magnum bottle of Sauvignon Lafoá in an original gift box:
€ 59,95 39,97 €/L
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LR · Südtirol Weiß Riserva DOC 2019 (1er Geschenkbox)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
LR stands for Luis Raifer, who gave the impetus for the creation of this wine. Luis Raifer was for a long time chairman and managing director of the winery Schreckbichl and one of the founders of the South Tyrolean quality offensive. After several years and some experimentation in the choice of varieties, LR was born. Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Sauvignon, aged on the fine lees and in wood, blend into a cuvée with considerable structure and feminine elegance. An elegance that should also be reflected in the packaging. - Gerardo [TS06/20]
€ 95,00 126,67 €/L
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Villa Nigra · Blauburgunder Riserva DOC 2017 (6er Holzkiste)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Pinot Nero of ruby color, fruity aroma of red berries, cherries and fine spices. Well integrated toasted aromas perceptible. Ripe fruit sweetness and seductive on the palate with fine tannin structure and long finish. Villa Nigra is the Latin name of 'Schwarzhaus', an excellent Pinot Noir site with the necessary temperature variations between day and night. - Gerardo [TS06/18]
€ 189,00 42,00 €/L
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Sigis Mundus · Lagrein Riserva DOC 2017 (6er Holzkiste)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
A wine of almost purple color and dense aromas of violets, blackberries and sour cherry, coupled with light toasted aromas of coffee and chocolate. A powerful and supple wine with still youthful tannins. - Gerardo [TS06/18]
€ 189,00 42,00 €/L
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Cornelius · Merlot-Cabernet Riserva DOPPELMAGNUM DOC 2005 (1er Geschenkbox)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
A double magnum bottle of Cornelius Merlot-Cabernet in an original gift box:
€ 199,00 66,33 €/L
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Sigis Mundus · Lagrein Riserva DOPPELMAGNUM DOC 2007 (1er Geschenkbox)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
A double magnum bottle of Lagrein Sigis Mundus in an original gift box:
€ 199,00 66,33 €/L
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Lafòa · Pinot-Nero DOC 2018 (6er Holzkiste)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Six bottles of Pinot Nero Lafòa in a high quality original wooden box:
€ 202,00 44,89 €/L
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Lafòa · Cabernet-Sauvignon DOC 2017 (6er Holzkiste)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Six bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon Lafòa in a high quality original wooden box:
€ 365,00 81,11 €/L
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Lafòa · Cabernet-Sauvignon DOC 2018 (6er Holzkiste)Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
Six bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon Lafòa in a high quality original wooden box:
€ 365,00 81,11 €/L
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Schreckbichl Lafòa | South Tyrol | Buy at Gerardo
Today, the members and the staff of the winery continue to work consistently according to this model - throughout the winery's vineyard and in all its wines. Especially in those that bear the brand 'Lafóa'. The first Cabernet Sauvignon Lafóa came on the market with vintage 1989, still with a different label. In the case of Sauvignon Lafóa, the 1993 vintage was presented for the first time. Recently, the historic wine line has been expanded with two wines: a Chardonnay and a Gewürztraminer (first vintages presented: 2015), which over the years have also reached the 'Lafóa' quality level.
All four Lafóa wines have a very special label. Often, when the wines are presented at fairs or events, the Schreckbichlers are asked the following questions: 'What is depicted on the label? The style reminds me very much of Gustav Klimt'. We want to get to the bottom of this question or observation here.
The well-known original label of the Lafóa wines was designed by the graphic studio Guardenti in Lucca (Tuscany) and adorned the bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon for the first time in 1993. The sculpture depicted, by the painter and sculptor Guido Anton Muss 1941-2003, Val Gardena; professor at the Venice and Florence art academies; numerous exhibitions in Italy and abroad, embodies the 'good spirit of nature' and is part of the entrance to Luis Raifer's estate. The work is emblematic of nature, which influences growth of plant and animal life. Small creatures of the earth surround the column, which opens upwards to the sunlight.
The label background is inspired by Art Nouveau - the artistic movement between the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century. The era in which Gustav Klimt was also artistically active. So the observation that the label is reminiscent of Klimt is completely justified. - Gerardo [TS06/22]