Kaltern Caldaro
Lagrein 2024
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Lagrein |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Lagrein |
| Aging | Malolactic fermentation and 4 months' maturation in steel tanks, 75hl wooden barrels and 15% in barriques. |
Description
Still red Lagrein Alto Adige DOC, 13% ABV, produced by Kaltern Caldaro. 2023 vintage. A Lagrein that expresses the strength and authenticity of the native Alto Adige grape. The grapes come from hillside vineyards with south-east exposure. Fermentation on the skins with 10 days of maceration at 28°C. Aged in stainless steel, 75hl wooden barrels, and barriques. Fruity aroma with hints of plum and blackberry, with notes of chocolate and coffee. Very intense ruby red color. Full-bodied with powerful and well-integrated tannins, a long and persistent finish.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1900
- Oenologist: Thomas Scarizuola
- Bottles produced: 4.000.000
- Hectares: 440
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| Name | Caldaro Lagrein 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Lagrein |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Kaltern Caldaro |
| Story | Lagrein is one of the three indigenous grape varieties of Alto Adige. He is related to Teroldego and Syrah. Characteristic of the species are the dark red colour and fruity berry flavours that are coupled with spicy-resinous notes of chocolate, tobacco and undergrowth. |
| Climate | Hilly vineyards with south to east exposures and altitudes between 230 and 350 m above sea level. |
| Soil composition | Calcareous, medium clayey. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot and Pergola |
| Yield per hectare | 70 hl/ha |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 °C |
| Wine making | Fermentation on the skins with maceration for 10 days at a temperature of 28 °C. |
| Aging | Malolactic fermentation and 4 months' maturation in steel tanks, 75hl wooden barrels and 15% in barriques. |
| Total acidity | 5.3 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 1.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |