What kind of wine is Alto Adige Moscato Giallo IGT 'Vogelmaier' 2024 - Alois Lageder

The Alto Adige Moscato Giallo IGT 'Vogelmaier' 2024 - Alois Lageder is an aromatic white wine born from the sunny hills around Lake Caldaro, one of the most suitable areas in Alto Adige. It is made from Moscato Giallo grapes, a varietal that expresses intense aromas, freshness, and a pleasant minerality, characteristics that find their maximum expression in this mountain terroir. Alois Lageder's production philosophy values biodiversity and organic farming, creating a refined, immediate, and well-balanced wine.

Vintage details

2024 in Alto Adige was a balanced vintage: a mild spring, a warm but ventilated summer, and a cool autumn ensured a slow and regular ripening of the grapes. These conditions allowed for a Moscato Giallo with precise aromatics, good natural acidity, and a fine, savory structure, typical of mountain wines.

Winemaking and aging

After careful manual harvesting, the grapes are softly pressed, and the must ferments slowly in stainless steel at a controlled temperature. This is followed by an aging period of about six months on the fine lees, a practice that contributes to giving the wine greater body and complexity while maintaining its freshness and aromatic purity. There is no wood aging, to prioritize the fruit's fragrance and the varietal's typical vibrancy.

Tasting notes

Color

In the glass, it presents a brilliant straw yellow with greenish reflections, an expression of youth and vitality.

Nose

The aroma is intense and clean: notes of white flowers, sage, citrus, and tropical fruit emerge. The bouquet is elegant but not overpowering, with the typical aromaticity of Moscato Giallo well balanced by alpine freshness.

Palate

On the palate, it is fresh, harmonious, and mineral, with a dry finish that enhances the varietal's natural aromaticity. The acidity is lively but never harsh, making the Vogelmaier 2024 a very drinkable wine, perfect for those who love fragrant but balanced whites.

What dishes to pair with Alto Adige Moscato Giallo IGT 'Vogelmaier' 2024 - Alois Lageder

This wine is ideal for accompanying light and aromatic dishes. It pairs particularly well with:

• fish or shellfish appetizers;
• vegetarian dishes based on vegetables and aromatic herbs;
• delicately spiced Asian cuisine;
• fresh and goat cheeses.

Also excellent as an aperitif, thanks to its freshness and the light citrus note that stimulates the palate.

Storage and aging: how to store Alto Adige Moscato Giallo IGT 'Vogelmaier' 2024 - Alois Lageder

The Moscato Giallo Vogelmaier is a wine with a profound fragrance and should be enjoyed at the peak of its youthful expression. To keep its aromas and freshness intact:

• store it in a cool, dark place free from temperature fluctuations;
• keep the bottle in a horizontal position if it has a cork closure;
• serve it at around 10–12°C.

It is advisable to consume it within 2-3 years of the vintage, to fully enjoy its natural vibrancy and the characteristic aromatic profile of Alto Adige Moscato Giallo.