Destrani is Pravis's Franconia, also known as Blaufränkisch, from the Valle dei Laghi in Trentino. The name evokes nostalgia for the area's rural wine traditions. Fresh berries, a little earthiness and a lively palate make it an engaging regional red, with enough character for dinner and a gently rustic charm.
- Aromas: Fresh cherry and wild blackberry, with sweet liquorice, bramble and forest-floor notes adding a savoury, earthy dimension.
- Palate: Bright and lively, with fresh fruit and a gently grippy frame. The finish is savoury and easy to enjoy, keeping the wine comfortable beside food.
- Style: A dry, medium-bodied Franconia with freshness, a little rusticity and an approachable profile rather than a heavy, oak-led style.
- Winemaking: The producer describes controlled fermentation in steel with about two weeks of skin maceration, followed by bottle maturation. Stainless-steel handling keeps the emphasis on the grape's fruit and lively character.
- Cellaring: Ready to drink now. Store in a cool and dark location.
- Food Pairing: Roast pork, duck, mushroom pasta or sausages with lentils; try it with dishes that combine savoury depth and a little herbal seasoning.
For a red that feels lively rather than weighty, Destrani is a lovely discovery. Its mix of cherries, blackberries and earthy detail makes it easy to enjoy over dinner. A good choice when you want to explore Trentino's red grapes beyond Pinot Nero. Serve slightly cool in a generous glass, letting the fruit and savoury detail unfold with the meal.
Pravis
Between the Brenta Dolomites and Lake Garda, Pravis draws its character from Trentino’s Valle dei Laghi. Founded by Domenico, Gianni and Mario, the estate places the grower’s relationship with small vineyard plots at the centre of its work. The next generation, including Domenico’s daughters Giulia and Erika, contributes across the vineyard and cellar. Its diverse plantings include Nosiola, Müller-Thurgau, Sauvignon Blanc, Kerner, Schiava, Franconia and Pinot Nero, alongside varieties used for more substantial red blends.
Pravis combines that regional heritage with a keen interest in the future of viticulture. Its disease-resistant varieties, including Solaris, Souvignier Gris and Johanniter, offer a different route to wines from the mountain landscape. The underground cellar and use of gravity reflect an approach shaped by the surroundings, while traditional-method sparkling wine adds another dimension to the range. Fresh whites, characterful local reds and ambitious blends such as Fratagranda make this an estate worth exploring across styles. Pravis’s distinction lies in the meeting of family continuity, Trentino’s diverse grapes and a practical willingness to experiment.
