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Schiava (Vernatsch)

Schiava is the most-planted red in Italy's German-speaking Alps — pale, light, low-tannin, and almost absurdly easy to drink. It also has one of the most curious names in wine.

Tasting profile
Pale, light and low-tannin — pure pleasure, the Alpine red that drinks like a secret. Not serious, gloriously easy.
Where it grows
Alto Adige, Italy
Where to buy
For specific bottles and where to buy them, read the deep dive.

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The region

Alto Adige, Italy

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