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Alto Adige Riserva DOC Cabernet Sauvignon 'Quintessenz' 2020 (750 ml.) Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern
The Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva 'Quintessenz' from Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern is a red wine of thickness, density, and expressive depth. It is part of the high-end line of Kaltern, one of the most important and representative realities of the Alto Adige region. A blend made up of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes (95%) and Merlot (5%) sourced from a single vineyard. The must remains on the skins for about 4 weeks in oak barrels, followed by 18 months of aging. A Riserva with a layered bouquet: forest fruits blend with cinnamon and fine wood, accents of tobacco, chocolate, and licorice. Intensity and complexity on the palate with powerful yet smooth tannins. A finish of tobacco for this characterful Cabernet. A wine with great charm and a magnetic personality.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Alto Adige DOC
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Variety / Assembly
- Cabernet Sauvignon 95%, Merlot 5%
- Aging Class
- Reserve
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2020
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- South Tyrol
- Alcohol Content
- 14.5% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 18° - 20° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Wide goblet with a long stem
- Collection
- Kaltern - Quintessence
- Gastronomic Pairings
- White Meats, Game meat, Roast Meats, Stewed Meats, Red Meats, Aged 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)
KLT-QUINTESSENZ-CABERNET-2020
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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: dark ruby red
Bouquet: intense aroma of cinnamon and exotic wood, chocolate and licorice
Taste: full-bodied and intense, round and balanced, with a persistent finish and smooth tannins
- Gault&Millau 4/4
- Wine Hunter Gold
- Doctor Wine 94/100
- Luca Maroni 94/100
- Gradini Notes 94/100
- Robert Parker 93/100
- Decanter 92/100
- The Wine Journal 92/100
- James Suckling 91/100
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THE WINE
The Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva 'Quintessenz' from Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern is a red wine with thickness, density, and expressive depth. It is part of the high-end line of Kaltern, one of the most important and representative realities of the Alto Adige territory. A blend composed of Cabernet Sauvignon (95%) and Merlot (5%) grapes from a single vineyard. The must remains on the skins for about 4 weeks in oak barrels, followed by 18 months of aging. A Reserve with a layered bouquet: forest fruits integrate with cinnamon and noble wood, hints of tobacco, chocolate, and licorice. Intensity and nuance on the palate with powerful and soft tannins. A finish of tobacco for this characterful Cabernet. A wine with great charm and a magnetic personality.
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 arise near Lake Caldaro, particularly the Kalterersee (Schiava) variety. 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 roots dating back to 1900, took over 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 wine-producing municipality of Caldaro, the most well-known and loved in the region, is proud of its reputation. In this small patch of land, wine is the great protagonist of the community's 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 with 650 winemaker members, most of whom own less than one hectare of land (averaging 0.7 hectares, which corresponds to a football field), totaling 450 hectares. They are winemakers out of passion and love, earning their living pursuing other professions while indulging in the art of winemaking during their free time. Part of the charming appeal of Kaltern certainly derives 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 aimed at bringing a world of sensations into 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.