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Cantina Kaltern QUINTESSENZ Passito DOC 2017 | Cantina Kaltern Wines | Alto Adige Wineries | Wine Folly
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Cantina KalternVerified Organization

Trentino-Alto Adige
QUINTESSENZ Passito DOC Bottle

2017

2016

QUINTESSENZ Passito DOC

Alto Adige

$40 EUR

Release Price

-

Drink Window

13%

ABV

-

pH

7

TA

150

RS

Nose

rich bouquet of fruit, nutmeg, mandarin oranges, and exotic candied fruit

Palate

smooth power on the palate, orange peel and mango, the wine surprises pleasantly with a crisp, clean finish

Growing Conditions

The vineyards are located north of Lake Kaltern, sloping to the southwest, at an altitude of 280 to 300 meters above sea level. The warm microclimate and constant wind ensure optimal ripening of the grapes without botrytis. The soil consists of stony, sandy limestone gravel and is well drained.

Winemaking

The fully ripe grapes are harvested and dried in crates before being pressed in March of the following year. 18 liters of must are obtained from 100 kg of fresh grapes. This is followed by several weeks of fermentation, followed by 24 months of aging in tonneaux and barriques.

Appearance

bright golden-yellow

Food Pairing

Enjoy the Quintessenz Passito as an accompaniment to various desserts or mature blue cheese.


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