Wines made from Teroldego grapes of Rio Grande do Sul
Discover the best wines made with Teroldego as a single variety or as a blend of Rio Grande do Sul.
Powerful and intensely coloured reds with an almost black inky colour, firm tannins and precise acidity, on aromas of blackberry, black plum, black cherry, violet, spices, liquorice and balsamic notes. Fine ageing potential. The near-exclusive star of Teroldego Rotaliano DOC on the alluvial plain of Campo Rotaliano in northern Trentino, also made as taut rosés. Native variety of Trentino, a genetic parent of Syrah and related to Lagrein.
Brazil's winemaking heart (~80% of production), Italian tradition. Recognised specialty: traditional-method sparkling wines (espumantes), fresh and fruity, based on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, among South America's finest. Accessible reds: supple, fruity Merlot (plum, cherry), fleshy Cabernet Sauvignon, dense, tannic Tannat. Round Chardonnay, light Riesling Italico, sweet, floral Moscato whites.