Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro Quintessenz Kalterersee Classico Superiore DOC
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2021 Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro Quintessenz Kalterersee Classico Superiore DOC

€ 16,00 NO VAT (private collection)

The 2021 Kalterersee Classico Superiore Quintessenz is wild and woodsy in the glass. Spunky wild berries, peppery herbs and florals form its bouquet. This is softly textured yet energetic, with a tension-building mix of tart red fruit and sour citrus. It finishes spicy and with an acidic concentration, leaving lavender and blackberry traces to fade. This rendition of Kaltern’s Kalterersee demands to be enjoyed alongside a meal and would perfectly contrast a plate of regional speck or salumi.

Eric Guido. Tasting date: December 2022   90 pts
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Additional information

Vintage

2021
Begin consume

2023
End Consume

2027
Size

750ml
Color

Red
Variety

Vernatsch
Closure

Cork
Alcohol % vol.

13 to 14%
Category

Dry
Producer

Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro
Designation

Quintessenz Kalterersee Classico Superiore
Vineyard

Unknown
Country

Italy
Region

Trentino-Alto Adige
Sub-Region

Alto Adige
Appellation

Lago di Caldaro
Typification

Private (Wine from a private collection – invoice without VAT)
SKU 4531141
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