Manincor Il Conte Alto Adige DOC – 2023

Established in 1608, Manincor is a hugely impressive family winery, owned and managed by Count Michael Goess-Enzenberg (Il Conte) and his wife Countess Sophie (La Contessa).

Manincor is now one of the two leading biodynamic producers in the Alto Adige (the other is their neighbour Alois Lageder), with 50 hectares of vineyards based in the south of Alto Adige around the village and lake of Caldaro. No chemicals have been used in the vineyards since 2005 and sheep and chickens roam freely in the vineyards – a fantastic example of biodiversity in operation.

“Il Conte” red is a blend of 41% Merlot, 38% Lagrein and 21% Cabernet Sauvignon coming from two of the warmest vineyards in the Alto Adige, facing southeast and overlooking the Lago di Cardaro on soils rich in limestone, gravel and clay. The wine is matured for 12 months in 225l used oak barrels before blending and bottling.

Certified biodynamic. A blend of 41% Merlot, 38% Lagrein and 21% Cabernet Sauvignon.

This has a rich, seductive nose with hints of berries, violets and spice. Medium bodied with plenty of juicy damson fruit flavours, spice and white pepper and fresh balancing acidity. With its silky, smooth tannins it feels almost Burgundian in texture. Beautifully made, this is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and the perfect wine for barbecues or other social gatherings! 13% alcohol.

Drink with well-seasoned Mediterranean starters, peppered lamb cutlets or other grilled red meat.

6500 cases were produced. Drink now-2030