Quintessenz Pinot Bianco 2022

Description

Alto Adige DOC still white wine, 14% vol., produced by Kaltern Caldaro. 100% Pinot Bianco, 2022 vintage. A wine born from the passion of a historic winery, which has been producing high-quality wines since 1900. The vineyards are located at 550-600 m above sea level in St. Nikolaus, facing east. Extremely slow pressing of the whole grapes, spontaneous fermentation of the unfiltered must in 500-liter oak barrels and in large wooden barrels. Aged in wood for 10 months, on the fine lees with continuous bâtonnage. A broad bouquet with fruity notes and herbal nuances; fresh yellow apple, honeydew melon, dried chamomile, and notes of graphite. Bright straw yellow with light green highlights. On the palate, it is harmonious with a salty finish, creamy texture, and crisp acidity; a pleasant aftertaste.

Details

Perfume

Ample with fruit and herbal nuances with notes of fresh yellow apple, honeydew melon, dried chamomile and hints of graphite.

Color

Bright straw yellow with greenish reflections.

Taste

Harmonious on the palate with a salty finish, creamy texture and crispy acidity; pleasant aftertaste.

Serve at:

12 - 14 °C.

Longevity:

03 - 05 years

Producer

Producer

Kaltern Caldaro

From this winery

• Start up year: 1900
• Oenologist: Thomas Scarizuola
• Bottles produced: 4.000.000
• Hectares: 440

The history of Kellerei Kaltern goes back a long way. It took more than a century for the winery to become what it is and what it represents now: professionalism, passion, a sense of belonging, experience and the highest quality standards.

Today, Kellerei Kaltern is one of the most relevant wineries in South Tyrol. The wine-growing municipality of Kaltern, the best known and best loved in South Tyrol, is proud of its reputation. But Kellerei Kaltern is more than just a special place for wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs. Wine is the great protagonist in the community's life: it has shaped it over the years by giving employment to local people. As a result, the wine fills the inhabitants and farmers with pride. For many, it is a full-time professional commitment pursued with great passion in many different spheres, whether in vineyards, cellars, gastronomy, or commerce.

For Kellerei Kaltern, wine is synonymous with taste and quality thanks to the terroir and the local community, making wines unique.

Kellerei Kaltern plays a vital role in this respect, perfectly reflecting the company philosophy: the unity of purpose and a constant search for quality to spread the spirit, the euphoria, the collective commitment, the wine and, of course, the natural beauty worldwide. Read more

Trentino Alto Adige

Technical Sheet

Name	Caldaro Quintessenz Pinot Bianco 2022
Type	White green still
Denomination	Alto Adige DOC
Vintage	2022
Size	0,75 l
Alcohol content	14.0% by volume
Grape varieties	100% Pinot Bianco
Country	Italy
Region	Trentino Alto Adige
Vendor	Kaltern Caldaro
Origin	Kaltern (Bolzano/Bozen).
Climate	Altitude: 550-600 m a.s.l. Exposure: East.
Cultivation system	Guyot.
Yield per hectare	4,500 kg/hectare.
Wine making	Extremely slow pressing of whole grapes, spontaneous fermentation of the unfiltered must in 500-litre oak barrels and large wooden casks.
Aging	10 months of ageing in the wood on fine lees with continuous bâtonnage.
Total acidity	5.9 gr/L
Residual sugar	1.5 gr/L
Allergens	Contains sulphites