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Alto Adige DOC Pinot Blanc 'Quintessenz' 2019 (750 ml.) Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern
The Pinot Bianco 'Quintessenz' from Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern is a refined and elegant wine. It is part of the premium line of Kaltern, one of the most important and representative realities of the South Tyrolean territory. The vineyards have an average age of about 15 years and are cultivated in the St. Nikolaus area at elevations between 550 and 600 meters above sea level. It matures in wood for about 10 months before being bottled. The aromas are fine, never excessive or exuberant, but always very harmonious and subtle. Perfect balance between fruit and freshness. The sip is soft and creamy, with great expressive harmony, featuring refined fruit tones and balanced freshness. The finish is pleasantly savory. An excellent accompaniment to fish dishes, white meats, and risottos.
- Product Category
- White Wine
- Denomination
- Alto Adige DOC
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Pinot bianco
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2019
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- South Tyrol
- Alcohol Content
- 14% ABV (Alcohol by Volume).
- Service Temperature
- 8° - 10° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Fine long-stemmed glass
- Collection
- Kaltern - Quintessence
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Fish Dishes, White Meats, Rice and Risottos
- 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-PINOT-BIANCO-2019
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Kaltern Cantina di Caldaro
In the heart of the picturesque Trentino-Alto Adige, where the mountains embrace the sky and the vines gracefully climb the slopes, lies the famous Kaltern Cantina di Caldaro. This historic cooperative is not only a symbol of quality but also an example of how shared passion can create mountain wines that speak of ancient traditions and the territory that hosts them. The winery has carved out an honored place 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 bunch matures slowly, cradled by the cool winds and generous sun, until it is ready to be transformed into divine nectar. The DOC Alto Adige designation ensures that each bottle encapsulates the very essence of these places, elegantly expressing the characteristics of each grape variety.
The winery is particularly renowned for its flagship labels, such as the Quintessenz and the Pinot Bianco, wines that best represent the philosophy of Kaltern. The Quintessenz, with its complex structure and intense aromas, is a tribute to the winemaking tradition of South Tyrol, while the Pinot Bianco surprises with its freshness and refined acidity, telling of a territory that knows how to combine strength and delicacy.
Every sip of the wines from Kaltern Cantina di Caldaro is an invitation to explore a world of flavors and emotions, a journey through the majestic peaks of Trentino-Alto Adige and its enchanted valleys. Discover the excellence of these labels on Vino45 and let yourself be captivated by the magic of mountain wines crafted by Kaltern.
Address:
Kellereistraße, 12 - 39052 Kaltern, Alto Adige, Caldaro sulla Strada del Vino (BZ), Italy
Color: intense straw yellow
Bouquet: intense and broad, hints of graphite, wild herbs, and fresh tropical yellow fruit
Taste: harmonious and creamy in texture, fresh.
- Bibenda 4/4
- Gault&Millau 3/3
- Robert Parker 94/100
- Luca Maroni 94/100
- Decanter 94/100
- James Suckling 93/100
- Gardini Notes 92/100
- Falstaff 92/100
- The Wine Journal 91/100
- Vinum 90/100
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THE WINE
The Pinot Bianco 'Quintessenz' from Cantina Caldaro Kaltern is a refined and elegant wine. It is part of the high-end line of Kaltern, one of the most important and representative entities of the South Tyrolean territory. The vines are on average about 15 years old and are grown in the St. Nikolaus area at an altitude of 550 to 600 meters above sea level. It matures in wood for about 10 months before being bottled. The aromas are refined, never excessive or exuberant, but always very harmonious and subtle. Perfect balance between fruit and freshness. The sip is soft and creamy, with great expressive harmony, featuring refined fruit tones and balanced freshness. Pleasantly savory finish. Excellent pairing with fish dishes, white meats, and risottos.
THE COMPANY
Cantina Kaltern is a historical cooperative that represents the entire municipality and its wine producers. It is the spokesperson for the wines that are born near Lake Caldaro and, in particular, for 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 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 wine-producing municipality of Caldaro, the most well-known and loved in the region, is proud of its fame. 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 for many residents, it is 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 (on average 0.7 hectares, which corresponds to a soccer field), for a total of 450 hectares. They are winemakers out of passion and love, earning a living by practicing other professions, and they indulge in the art of winemaking during their free time. Part of the enchanting charm of Kaltern certainly derives from this.
The wines of Cantina Kaltern come from the oldest DOC area of 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 estate. Selezione – from carefully selected vineyards to bring 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.