Graf Meraner - Schickenburg and Lagrein Case - 3 bottles each:-C329

GRAF MERANER - SCHICKENBURG ALTO ADIGE DOC, 2023

Medium ruby hue. This wraps a gentle oak blanket around the fruit with soft overtones of cinnamon, clove and baking spice. The red fruit hallmark of Schiava is still there in red currant, Methley plum and cherry, and there are further, intriguing hints of forest floor, oregano and thyme. Tannins are reasonably firm, and the finish is long and lively. 2026-2028–MP

GRAF LAGREIN ALTO ADIGE DOC, 2023

Deep purple hue. Of the many red grapes only found in northern Italy, Lagrein is one of the most exciting. With a vivid deep colour, bright aromas of blackberry and crushed raspberry, and wonderful purity of fruit, this is just pure joy. As ever with wines from north-east Italy, the acidity is vibrantly fresh. Delicious! 2026-2028–RB