Lagrein, increasingly popular and well-connected indigenous red grape variety grown in 2010 on 653 ha/1,613 acres in alto adige and trentino. Although often over-produced, it can produce Lagrein Scuro or Lagrein Dunkel, somewhat tannic reds of real character, as well as fragrant yet sturdy rosé called Lagrein Rosato or Lagrein Kretzer. Lagrein can be slightly bitter on the finish and its presence, valued for both tannins and colour, can at times be detected in blends. dna profiling has established that Lagrein is, inter alia, a progeny of Teroldego, a grandchild of Pinot, and a cousin of Syrah.
