Alois Lageder Gaun Chardonnay 2023
An elegant Chardonnay with delicate aromas of apricot, mango and buttery notes. Lively and juicy on the medium-bodied palate with lovely tension and an opulent finish.
This wine takes its name from the Barons Gaun, the first owners of the Löwengang estate dating back to the 17th century. In 1934, when Alois III saw the excellent results produced by the Chardonnay grape variety in the Dolomitic limestone soil on the Magrè talus cone, he decided to purchase the Löwengang estate. The Chardonnay truly flourishes in this location where it is planted at altitudes of 230 to 450 metres above sea level. Gaun is made from Chardonnay from various vineyard sites in the area surrounding Magrè, all of which are grown in soils with high levels of limestone.
The Chardonnay grapes underwent spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts, which promotes the characteristics of the terroir. 30% was fermented on the skins and stems as whole clusters, adding complexity, structure and the perception of freshness and tension. The wine was matured on the fine lees, partly in oak casks and partly in stainless steel tanks to retain the freshness and vibrancy.
| RRP | £26.50 |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Alcoholic strength | 12.5% |
| Awards | 91 Pts, Wine Spectator, 2025 |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino |
| Subregion | Vigneti delle Dolomiti |
| Grapes | Chardonnay 100% |
| Residual sugar (g/l) | 4.6 |
| Dry/Sweet value | 1 |
| Contains sulphites | Yes |
| Vegetarian | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Milk | No |
| Eggs | No |
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Closure | Cork |
Alois Lageder has a rich, family-owned heritage spanning six generations. Each generation has shaped the company in its own unique way. In 1823, Johann Lageder laid the foundation stone and began trading in wine alongside his work as a wagon maker. Subsequently, his successors bought the first vineyards and began making wine themselves. A significant development occurred in 1934 when the family acquired the Löwengang Estate in Magrè, where their headquarters are still located today. In the 1990s, they set out to achieve a level of quality that was not only pioneering for their winery but also for the Alto Adige wine region. With a holistic approach to viticulture, the vineyards have been cultivated biodynamically since 2004, and they encourage their viticultural partners to adopt either organic or biodynamic practices. Their stylish wines capture their distinctive geographical heritage with artisanal flair.
