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Lake Caldaro Kalterersee Classico Superiore DOC 'Quintessenz' 2022 (750 ml.) Winery of Caldaro Kaltern
The Kalterersee Classico Superiore 'Quintessenz' from Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern is a refined and fruity wine. It is part of the high-end line from Kaltern, one of the most important and representative realities of the Alto Adige region. It matures in wood for about 6 months before being bottled. Very delicate fruity aromas, with notes of cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, well accompanied by light hints of almond. On the palate, it shows a nice fullness and savoriness, with soft tannins and a fruity finish of great elegance. An excellent accompaniment to light appetizers, cold cuts, and fresh Tyrolean cheeses or with not overly elaborate white meats.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Lake Caldaro DOC
- Grape variety / Raw material
- slave
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2022
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- South Tyrol
- Alcohol Content
- 13% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 13° - 14° C. (This temperature is the same in English).
- Recommended Glass
- Wide cup with a short stem
- Collection
- Kaltern - Quintessence
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Mixed cold cuts, Appetizers, White Meats, Fresh Cheeses
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
Kaltern Cantina di Caldaro

In the heart of the picturesque Trentino-Alto Adige, where mountains embrace the sky and vines gracefully climb the slopes, lies the renowned Kaltern Cantina di Caldaro. This historic cooperative is not only a symbol of quality but also an example of how shared passion can give birth to mountain wines that speak of ancient traditions and the land that hosts them. The winery has carved out a place of honor in the wine scene thanks to its ability to blend respect for nature with unparalleled artisanal precision.
The gentle hills surrounding Caldaro offer a unique terroir, where the vines of Schiava, Lagrein, and Gewürztraminer find their ideal habitat. Here, each cluster matures slowly, cradled by cool winds and generous sun, until it is ready to be transformed into divine nectar. The DOC Alto Adige designation ensures that every bottle encapsulates the very essence of these places, elegantly expressing the peculiarities of each grape variety.
The winery is particularly renowned for its flagship labels, such as Quintessenz and Pinot Bianco, wines that best represent the philosophy of Kaltern. Quintessenz, with its complex structure and intense aromas, is a tribute to the Alto Adige wine tradition, while Pinot Bianco surprises with its freshness and refined acidity, telling of a land that knows how to combine strength and delicacy.
Every sip of Kaltern Cantina di Caldaro wines is an invitation to explore a world of flavors and emotions, a journey among the majestic peaks of Trentino-Alto Adige and its enchanting valleys. Discover the excellence of these labels on Vino45 and let yourself be captivated by the magic of mountain wines by Kaltern.
Address:
Kellereistraße, 12 - 39052 Kaltern, Alto Adige, Caldaro sulla Strada del Vino (BZ), Italy
Color: bright ruby red
Bouquet: fruity with aromas of cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, light hints of almond
Taste: full and savory, soft tannins, round and persistent, fruity finish.
- Gambero Rosso 3/3
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THE WINE
The Kalterersee Classico Superiore 'Quintessenz' from Cantina Caldaro Kaltern is a refined and fruity wine. It is part of the high-end line from Kaltern, one of the most important and representative realities of the Alto Adige region. It matures in wood for about 6 months before being bottled. Very delicate fruity aromas, with notes of cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, well accompanied by light hints of almond. On the palate, it shows a nice fullness and sapidity, with soft tannins and a fruity finish of great elegance. It pairs excellently with light appetizers, cold cuts, and fresh Tyrolean cheeses or with not overly elaborate white meats.
THE COMPANY
Cantina Kaltern is a historic cooperative that represents the entire municipality and its wine producers. It is the spokesperson for the wines that originate near Lake Caldaro and, in particular, for the Kalterersee variety (Schiava). These are typical bottles produced by a large community with sensitivity, passion, and expertise: fine, complex, and wonderfully simple to love. The winery, which has its roots back in 1900, took more than a century to become what it is now and what it represents: professionalism, passion, a sense of belonging, experience, and high-quality standards. Today, it is one of the most important realities in South Tyrol, and the same wine-producing municipality of Caldaro, the most renowned and beloved in the region, is proud of its reputation. In this small patch of land, wine is the great protagonist of community life: it has provided and continues to provide jobs, fills the inhabitants and farmers with pride, and is for many residents a full-time professional commitment pursued with great passion in many different fields, whether among the vineyards, in the winery, in gastronomy, or in commerce.
Cantina Kaltern is a large family that includes 650 vine-grower members, most of whom own less than one hectare of land (on average 0.7 hectares, which corresponds to a football field), for a total of 450 hectares. They are winemakers out of passion and love, earning their living by practicing other professions and indulging in winemaking during their free time. Part of the captivating charm of Kaltern certainly comes from this.
The wines of Cantina Kaltern come from the oldest DOC area in South Tyrol and mature in the best soils surrounding Lake Caldaro. They are the result of great sensitivity, passion, and the use of cutting-edge techniques. There are three quality lines: Quintessenz - The most important line, born from the best vineyards of the property. Selezione – from carefully selected vineyards to bring a world of sensations to the glass. Classici - express the most authentic character of the territory and the grape. Let yourself be captivated by the wines of Lake Caldaro that express the most carefree joy of drinking.
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