Alois Lageder Misto Mare Vigneti delle Dolimiti Italy 2025

The eponymous Alois Lageder winery was founded over 150 years ago in Alto Adige, Italy’s most northern wine growing region. Here Alois Lageder grows grapes on steep Dolomite slopes with varied micro-climates that provide distinct vineyard sites—ideal for producing a wide variety of wines. Alois Lageder produces nearly 30 wines. In 1934, the family acquired the Löwengang estate in Magrè and subsequently acquired other vineyards in prime positions in Alto Adige. Since the 1980s the current, fifth generation Alois Lageder’s innovative ideas and strategies, and pioneering practices such as “quality rather than quantity” have led the movement to improve Alto Adige’s wine industry.

Inspired by the diversity of the Dolomites, Misto Mare blends grapes from sustainable and biodynamically farmed vineyards of our vintner partners that are in conversion. This wine unites over 14 grape varieties from new partners, including white and red grapes sourced from various regions of Alto Adige, showcasing a range of altitudes and soils. The combination of different grape varieties reveals a captivating complexity. The name Misto Mare originates from the fact that Alto Adige was once covered by a vast ocean (Mare) 200 million years ago, while Misto translates to mixed, signifying the blend of multiple grapes. The label was created by acclaimed Finnish artist, Klaus Haapaniemi, who is celebrated for his imaginative and intricate illustrations.

Tasting Notes: Aromas of fuzzy peach, white flowers, and lemon zest with a crisp, medium-bodied palate and a touch of saline minerality.

Pairing Notes: La Tur Cheese, Mussels, Scallops, Shrimp, Pizza