Weißburgunder (2023) - Kaltern

Pinot Bianco is among the most representative white varieties of Alto Adige. Kellerei Kaltern is one of the most historic and most awarded cooperatives in the area, set on the hills around Lake Caldaro.

The appellation: Alto Adige DOC

Alto Adige DOC (Südtirol DOC in German) is one of the most prestigious and best-known appellations in Italy for the production of top-quality white and red wines. Established in 1975, this DOC covers the entire winegrowing territory of the autonomous province of Bolzano and forms a mosaic of micro-areas and grape varieties, characterised by varying altitudes, wide temperature swings and complex soils. The strength of Alto Adige DOC lies in its extraordinary variety and in its ability to express freshness, elegance and aromatic precision, in both whites and reds.

What to eat with Weißburgunder

Who makes it: Kaltern

Cantina Kaltern (in German Kellerei Kaltern) is one of the most representative cooperative wineries of Alto Adige, based at Caldaro on the shores of the lake of the same name. Its roots go back more than a century and today it brings together around 600 winegrowing families who share a common vision: to make high-quality wines with the utmost respect for nature and for the land. Kaltern believes in the strength of cooperation, in transparency in production and in championing native grape varieties, in particular Schiava, which gives rise to the famous Kalterersee.

The vine of Weißburgunder

Pinot bianco

Pinot Bianco is a white grape variety belonging to the Pinot family (it derives from a mutation of Pinot Grigio, which in turn came from a mutation of Pinot Nero). It is appreciated for its elegant, delicate and versatile profile, with good acidity and the ability to suit both simple and complex winemaking, including ageing on the lees or in wood. In Italy it finds its best expression in Alto Adige, where it gives fresh, mineral and long-lived wines, but it is also grown in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Trentino, Lombardy and parts of Veneto.

Weißburgunder: the Caldaro (Kaltern) area

Climate: Continental

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Weißburgunder

Primary aromas: Yellow apple, pear, White peach, Meadow flowers and hay

Secondary aromas: Light mineral notes and Hints of alpine herbs

Tasting notes: Kellerei Kaltern’s Weißburgunder 2023 is a Pinot Bianco with snappy, clean drinkability. On the palate it is fresh, with lively acidity, crisp fruit and a fine minerality that lengthens the finish. It is balanced, with a slender body and excellent versatility at the table.