Pinot Nero Wine Caldaro Alto Adige Pinot Nero Saltaner 2004 is produced from a top Pinot Nero producing single vineyard in Italy. It is situated around the small town of Caldaro, on gently sloping east-facing hills at 450 to 550 meters above sea level. Malo-lactic fermentation in modern stainless steel vats and then twelve months of aging in oak barrels gives this stunning Pinot Nero wine a rich and dense cherry red color and deep complexity. A round and velvety first impression leads to a wonderful bright cherry, raspberry, rose hip and fruit-tea overtone with a soft, smooth finish. This wine pairs well with grilled tuna, swordfish and salmon. Also great with poultry, pork and many other foods.

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Viticoltori Caldaro was founded in Alto Adige in 1906 with a focus on quality. In the 1980's, viticulture in Kaltern experienced a revolutionary change when the consumer's demand for higher quality increased. As a result, yields were reduced and the average annual production was cut in half. Caldaro quickly improved wineries in his region. Currently, Caldero receives a very impressive list of awards including consistently high ratings from Wine Spectator as well as Gambero Rosso. Today, Caldaro is part of a 410 member cooperative which is commonly counted among the best and most quality oriented wineries in Italy.

RATINGS: 96 Points - Corkd
"An amazing Italian Pinot Nero(Noir)- has a perfect berry combined with a slight earthiness and an ever so slight effervescence - a real smoothness and balance - a must try!!!! especially since so there are so few Italian Pinot Noirs (even less that are drinkable)!!!! The region is Alto Adige - "

88 Points - WINE SPECTATOR
��Subtle aromas of rose and citrus fruits follow through to a silky medium bodied palate, with a slightly chewy texture and a medium finish��

CALDARO ALTO ADIGE PINOT NERO SALTANER Information:
Grape: 100% pinot nero.
Region: Trentino - Alto Adige
Appelation: S�dtiroler DOC
Alcohol Percent: 14%
Aging: 8 months in oak casks.
Production: 10,000 bottles
Vinification: Ripe, perfectly selected grapes, spontaneous fermentation on the skins in large, open wooden casks at 30�C, two-week extended maceration, malo-lactic and 12-month aging in barrique, light filtration before bottling.
Tasting Notes
- brilliant ruby red
- expressive bouquet of cherries, violets and marzipan
- an abundance of cherry fruit on the palate, smooth with fine, elegant tannins
Age of Vines: 5-15 years