Kornell - Greif Lagrein 2016

A great red wine which was the perfect pairing fort he tuna steak and risotto.
Kornell - Greif Lagrein 2016 (88 tsomw points)

In the glass an intense dark color with purple reflections.
On the nose delicate aromas of black cherries, blackberries and a touch of blossom and chocolate. 
On the palate loads of dark fruit nice acidity and tannins with a pleasant and long light bitter finish.

Winemaker notes:

TERROIR
Altitude 250 meters
Soil Porphyry weathered soil
Hillside South facing
Slope 0 %
Pruning system Guyot, Pergola
Vines/hectare 3500 - 6000
Yield/hectare 50 hl
Harvest End of September

Vinification : Fermented in stainless steel tanks for 15-18 days Maturation: 6-8 months in large wooden casks 50 hl Bottled: April 2017

TASTING NOTES
Color: Dark ruby red with violet reflexes.
Aroma: Invitingly intensive, fruity accents with an aroma of ripe blackberries, spicy with the aroma of bitter chocolate.
Flavor: Fresh and full-bodied with strong tannins, fruity and convivial, salty and juicy with a pleasant acidity and long finish.

Best enjoyed: With hearty meals of red meat and game, grilled meals and ripe cheese.
Serving temperature 16C

Website winery: www.kornell.it