NOVIS Kalterersee Südtirol/Alto Adige DOC

» NOVIS - The new antique « Always associated with the lake Caldaro, however, is uncovered with the courage to innovate. The wine obtained from native schiava grapes and is perfect for every occasion.

Ruby in color with purple hues, the aroma reminds of mature cherries, almonds and viola. On the palate the wine is structured and elegant, fruity with a fresh note and well-balanced.

The picturesque municipality of Caldaro, above the famous lake, are the setting for the pergola and guyot trained Vernatsch/Schiava grapes. At an altitude of 300- 450 Warm, sandy, gravel and morainic soils, provide the perfect growing conditions for these grapes. Harvesting of the Vernatsch/Schiava grapes takes place at the ideal stage of maturity in late September to mid-October. From the handpicked and selected grapes, a yield of 65 hectoliters of wine per hectare is produced. The Vernatsch/Schiava grapes are gently crushed and destemmed and then fermented at a constant temperature of 22° for 10 days. The wine is subsequently added in large wooden barrels for 7 months.

The NOVIS Kalterersee is an excellent accompaniment to the traditional South Tyrolean and light dishes, meat, grilled fish and is also a great drop to share with good company.