Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige DOC - Kellerei Kaltern

The barrel-aged Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine-growing region is a dense purple red in the glass. Swirling the wine glass, this red wine reveals a high density and fullness, which can be seen in the stained glass windows at the edge of the glass. The first nose of the Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige is flattering with blackberries, blueberries and mulberries. The fruity parts of the bouquet are joined by notes of barrel ageing such as cocoa bean, gingerbread spice and vanilla.

This red wine from Kellerei Kaltern is ideal for all wine lovers who like as little residual sugar in their wine as possible. However, it is never sparse or brittle, as you would expect from a top-quality wine. On the palate, the texture of this powerful red wine is wonderfully fleshy and dense. Thanks to its present fruit acidity, the Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige is wonderfully fresh and lively on the palate. The finish of this red wine from the Trentino-Alto Adige wine-growing region, which is capable of maturing, finally delights with a beautiful finish.

Vinification of the Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige from Kellerei Kaltern

The basis for the powerful Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige from Trentino-Alto Adige are grapes from the Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety. After harvesting, the grapes are quickly taken to the press house. Here they are selected and carefully crushed. Fermentation then takes place in small wooden vats at controlled temperatures. Once fermentation is complete, the Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige is matured in oak barriques for a further 18 months.

Recommended pairing for the Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige from Kellerei Kaltern

This Italian red wine is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as an accompaniment to boeuf bourguignon, braised chicken in red wine or stuffed peppers.

Awards for the Quintessenz Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Alto Adige:

Robert Parker: 94 points for 2018

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