The 2006 Lagrein Riserva Praepositus emerges from the glass with loads of dark cherries, grilled herbs, new leather, licorice and spices. This dense, richly-textured Lagrein reveals terrific density as well as a long, refined finish. The 2006 Lagrein Riserva Praepositus spent 16 months in French oak prior to being bottled. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2018.
Abbazia di Novacella is an excellent source for wines from Alto Adige loaded with varietal character. The entry-level whites (in the Alsatian-style bottles) are aged in steel. The entry-level reds are largely aged in cask while the wines from the top of the line Praepositus series see French oak.
Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200