Alois Lageder

What to look for

• •Golden colour with green hints. Aromas of green apple, citrus and hazelnut.
• •Flavours of stone fruit and toasted almond. Clean finish with a gentle grip on the palate.

About the producer

Alois Lageder is a family estate in the Dolomites with a reputation for elegant, food-friendly wines that show restraint and precision.

About the year

2020 was a warm year in northern Italy with good ripeness and freshness. This wine drinks well now and will develop for another five to seven years.

Grape characteristics

Chardonnay in cool Alpine sites like Trentino shows citrus and green apple rather than tropical fruit. The mountain altitude keeps acidity bright and the wines lean and mineral-driven.

About the region

Trentino sits in the foothills of the Dolomites, where cool nights and high altitude give white wines their characteristic freshness and definition. The region is known for Chardonnay that balances ripeness with tension.

Tasting profile

Expect green apple, lemon and hazelnut on the nose, with flavours of stone fruit and a subtle toasted note. The wine is dry, refreshing and built for the table rather than the glass alone.

Serving suggestions

Serve chilled to 48 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. No decanting needed. Use a standard white wine glass to let the aromas open.

Also pairs well with

• • roasted chicken
• • creamy pasta
• • grilled fish
• • soft cheeses
• • risotto with mushrooms