Grape varieties

Pinot Nero

Training Method

Guyot, Pergola

Age of the vines

5 - 25 years

Yield

70 hl/ha

Alcohol

13.5 %

Residual sugar

2 g/l

Acidity

4.8 g/l

Aging potential

1 - 4 years

Drinking Temperature

14 - 16 °C

This wine contains sulphites.

Details of the location

The vineyards are located on east-facing slopes at an altitude of 450 to 550 meters above sea level. The soil consists mainly of loamy limestone gravel with a small proportion of sand.

From grape to wine

Maceration fermentation takes place at 23 °C with a maceration time of 8 days. This is followed by malolactic fermentation and 5 months of ageing in concrete vats and stainless steel tanks.

The wine in the glass

− dense cherry red in color
− the wine reveals aromas of cherry, raspberry, and fruit tea on the nose
− initial impressions on the palate are voluminous and soft, with a silky smooth finish

The perfect accompaniment

This fruity wine pairs perfectly with pasta and light meat dishes, but also complements game and mild hard cheeses.
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The origin of this wine

Pinot Noir has internationally many different names. In Germany, this grape is known as Spätburgunder, for example, in France known as Pinot Noir and the one in Italy as Pinot Nero.
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Awards

Each year, the wines of Cantina Kaltern are reviewed and awarded by leading national and international wine guides and critics. These accolades serve as a seal of quality and authenticity, reinforcing the strong reputation of our wines within the global wine community.

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Robert Parker

2021: 91 p.

2020: 92 p.

2019: 90+ p.

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James Suckling

2024, 2020: 92 p.

2022, 2021: 90 p.

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