Alto Adige

Cantina Kaltern has a long history. It took more than a century for our winery to become what it is and what it stands for today: professionalism, passion, a shared community, experience and the highest quality standards.

Today, Cantina Kaltern is one of the principal wineries of Alto Adige, and Kaltern itself is proud of its reputation as the most popular and best-known wine village in the region. But Kaltern is not only a special corner of the world for wine lovers and connoisseurs from near and far; village life revolves around wine. Wine sets the stage here; it is a source of employment and also of pride for the villagers and wine growers.

Wine is the mission in life for many people here, one that they pursue with great passion – be it in the vineyard, in the cellar, in restaurants and bars, or in retail. In Kaltern, wine is first and foremost synonymous with enjoyment and quality. But what makes this village on the shores of Alto Adige’s largest natural lake and its wine so unique is the community behind it – the spirit, the euphoria, and the shared aspiration to draw the attention of the whole world to the wine, the village and to the natural beauty of Kaltern. In this context, Cantina Kaltern has an eminent role to play and can rely on what makes it special: consistent quality through a united effort.

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Alto Adige Pinot Grigio

SKU (BC) 678610
Country Italy
Region Trentino
Type White
Varietal Pinot Grigio
Listing (BC) Speculative
Case Config. 12x750ml
Available In BC

Colour

Bright yellow with golden highlights.

Aroma

Ripe pears and hints of tropical fruits with almonds, white flowers and a hint of salinity.

Flavour

Juicy and full-bodied, with citrus and orchard fruits and a long finish.

Food Pairing

Excellent with appetizers, fish and seafood dishes, and herb risottos.

More Info

Steep, sloping vineyards with southerly and easterly expositions between 300 and 450 meters above sea level. Loamy, chalky gravel, heat-retaining and well-drained soils.

Whole-cluster pressing of ripe and healthy grapes, natural must clarification, fermentation at a controlled temperature of 18-20 °C, 3-month ageing on the fine lees in stainless steel.

 

James Suckling, Sep/2024

2023 -

"A varietal wine full of estery character. Very young and fragrant, with apple and pepper notes, a light body, refreshing acidity and a soft finish."

91 pts

Wine Enthusiast, May/2024

2022 -

"This Pinot Grigio from Alto Adige opens with aromas of ripe pear, green apple, and a hint of citrus. On the palate, it presents a refreshing blend of orange and lemon peel and ripe orchard fruit flavors, balanced by a crisp acidity and a clean, mineral-infused finish." - Jeff Porter

90 pts

James Suckling, Aug/2023

2022 -

"This is a juicy and fruity white showing lemons, grapefruit and peaches on the nose, with some melon rind. Medium-bodied, creamy and clean." - Claire Nesbitt

 

Antonio Galloni's Vinous, Dec/2023

2022 -

"The 2022 Pinot Grigio opens with a rich blend of crushed yellow apples and gingery spice. This steps lightly, with supple textures and ripe pit fruits underscored by a sublet mineral tinge. Sour citrus combines with a salty flourish through the medium length and pleasantly fresh finale." - Eric Guido

90 pts

James Suckling, May/2022

2021 -

"An aromatic pinot grigio with tons of sliced-pear and candied-lemon fruit, plus more depth and richness than is the norm for this category. Quite a bold finish. From organically grown grapes with Fair'n Green certification. Drink or hold." 

 

Wine Enthusiast, May/2023

2021 -

"Reserved aromas of pear, white flowers and honeydew melon waft from this glass of Pinot Grigio. Bright notes of green apple skin, river stone and lemon pith are all present on the palate giving the wine a linear and focused finish." - Jeff Porter

91 pts

James Suckling, Sep/2021

2020 -

"White-fruit and floral aromas with a light touch of green cardamom-like spice. Medium-bodied with intense, spicy fruit flavor and a tight finish."

 

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Sep/2021

2020 -

"Closed in an easy screw-cap bottle, the 2020 Alto Adige Pinot Grigio reveals a classic golden appearance with aromas of quince, pear and citrus. The wine is sufficiently fresh and easy to pair with take-out sushi or even your favorite Indian dish with extra spice. Its lean-bodied personality and all that aromatic freshness keep your palate clean and ready for the next bite." - Monica Larner

90 pts

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Sep/2020

2019 -

"The ultimate judge of a winery is in the quality of its entry-level wines. The Cantina Kaltern 2019 Alto Adige Pinot Grigio is precise, tonic, easy and extremely versatile. High-toned aromas of citrus, tangerine skin, passion fruit, wild sage and crushed limestone emerge with confidence. This is a beautifully perfumed and extremely precise expression of Pinot Grigio. Winemaking is easy in stainless steel, and some 250,000 bottles were released." - Monica Larner

90 pts

James Suckling, Aug/2019

2018 -

"A bright and citrusy pinot grigio with green apples and pear drops. Light to medium in body, punctuated by bright, herbal character and lemony undertones."