Manincor Südtirol Alto Adige Lagrein Rubatsch 2022 (750ml) *

Lagrein is a dark-fruited red native to the far north of Italy, and this bottling from Manincor comes off the estate's Rubatsch site in Alto Adige (Südtirol), the German-speaking corner of Trentino-Alto Adige. The 2022 is a still red made entirely from the variety, which tends toward deep color, brambly dark fruit, and a firm, savory edge that sets it apart from the softer reds of warmer regions.

Expect the grape's characteristic weight: ripe plum and blackberry framed by a cool, slightly herbal streak and tannins that keep things grounded rather than plush. It drinks well alongside food and rewards a little air in the glass.