Lago di Caldaro Classico Superiore 'Quintessenz' Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern

Alto Adige/Sudtirol DOC • Alto Adige • Cantina di Caldaro - Kellerei Kaltern
Category
Red Wines
Region
Alto Adige
Alcohol
13%
Vinification
Maceration on the skins for 10 days and fermentation in steel tanks
Aging
6 months in steel and wooden barrels
Grape varieties
Schiava 95%, Lagrein 5%
Notes
Contains sulfites
Lago di Caldaro Classico Superiore 'Quintessenz' Cantina di Caldaro Kaltern Italian wine - Alto Adige/Sudtirol DOC from Alto Adige

Tasting Notes

This Alto Adige/Sudtirol DOC captures the distinctive personality of Alto Adige terroir. At 13% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Schiava 95%, Lagrein 5%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards a selection of vineyards face south, with vineyards at least 30 years, soils rich in clay and limestone. Vinification: maceration on the skins for 10 days and fermentation in steel tanks. The wine is aged 6 months in steel and wooden barrels. A wine capturing the crystalline character of Alto Adige's high-altitude vineyards.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese

About Alto Adige Wine Region

Alto Adige combines Italian and Austrian winemaking traditions in Italy's northernmost wine region.

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