Alois Lageder Lowengang Chardonnay 2022
Alois Lageder Lowengang Chardonnay 2022 is a dry, medium-bodied white from Chardonnay (Alto Adige, Italy), in the rich, round whites style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, salmon, creamy pasta, lobster. Drink now or within 15 years (to about 2037). No need to decant. Biodynamic farming is mentioned by the merchant. Critic score 95/100 (merchant-reported).
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markus Altenburger Jungenberg Chardonnay 2022 Markus Molitor · Burgenland | £65.00 | |||
| Furst Astheimer Chardonnay 2018 Furst · Germany | £66.00 | |||
| Arbois Chardonnay Les Bernardines Marnes Blanches 2022 Domaine des Marnes Blanches · Jura | £63.00 | |||
| Arbois Les Canons du Jean La Cavee du D`Jopin Chardonnay Julien Crinquand 2023 Julien Crinquand · Jura | £63.00 |
Drink it now or cellar for up to 15 years. No need to decant. Founded in 1823 by Johann Lageder and then taken over by his son Alois in 1855, the Alois Lageder winery is located in Trentino Alto Adige. Over the years, the company, now in its sixth family generation, has acquired vineyards up to the 50 hectares owned today that are cultivated organically and biodynamically. Lowengang is produced with Chardonnay grapes from vineyards located between 250 and 500 meters above sea level, in the areas of Magrè, Cortaccia, Salorno, and Pochi. Here the vines enjoy a mild climate with sunny summers and a soil rich in pebbles, sand, and gravel. These conditions favor the production of mature and concentrated wines, with good freshness. After manual harvesting, fermentation takes place in steel and the finished wine rests for about 4 months in steel. In the glass, the wine reveals a clear color with straw yellow tones and bright greenish reflections. Its aromatic profile releases intense fruity notes of pear, apple, melon, and peach, followed by floral and vanilla hints. On the palate, it has a good structure, a medium body, and a soft and smooth texture. It has a clear mineral vein and a refreshing and well-balanced acidity. The finish is long and recalls citrus and mineral notes. Try it as an aperitif on a hot summer day, with seafood or grilled chicken.