The Alto Adige wine region is renowned for producing excellent expressions of Lagrein, which pair extremely well with rich winter dishes. Alto Adige is very close to the Austrian border and having shared a history - hence both languages can appear on a wine label.
Lagrein Grapes

Lagrein is one of Alto Adige’s leading red wine varietals, and if managed well in the vineyard can produce wines with character and has recently experienced a genuine renaissance. Lagrein is impressive with its aromas of berries, fresh cherries, and violets. On the palate, it demonstrates a rich texture, confident tannins and balanced acidity, along with flavors of chocolate, herb, and plum followed by spice notes on the finish