Caldaro F. Kupelwieser 1966
The 1966 Caldaro is a red wine produced by F. Kupelwieser, a winery situated in Bolzano in Northern Italy. Bottled at 12 percent alcohol in a 700 ml format, this wine originates from the Lago di Caldaro area, also known by its German name, Kalterer See. This officially bilingual region in Trentino-Alto Adige boasts a strong Tyrolean heritage and is widely recognized as one of the most picturesque wine-producing landscapes in the Alps.
The vineyards around the small Lake Caldaro, located southwest of Bolzano, benefit from a distinct alpine climate. The surrounding mountains and the thermal buffer effect of the lake create an environment with long, warm days and notably cool nights. The vines are planted in soils shaped by Ice Age deposits, consisting of moraine gravel, limestone, clay, and volcanic porphyry.
Trentino-Alto Adige is defined by its high altitudes, deep valleys, and stony terrain, which contribute to the strong local identity of its alpine wines. In the Caldaro area, wines are traditionally crafted almost exclusively from the native Schiava grape, also known locally as Vernatsch. This grape variety is historically cultivated in the region to produce wines characterized by a light red color, low tannins, and moderate alcohol levels, reflecting the unique terroir of the northern Italian mountains.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Trentino Alto Adige
Trentino Alto Adige is an alpine-influenced wine region in northern Italy, where the vineyards lie among mountains, valleys and cool altitudes. The region effectively comprises two distinct wine identities: Trentino to the south and Alto Adige, or Südtirol, to the north. Trentino is especially known for Trento DOC, sparkling wine made by the classic method, as well as Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Teroldego and Marzemino. Alto Adige is known for elegant, fresh and aromatic wines from Pinot Grigio, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Bianco, Schiava, Lagrein and Pinot Nero. The cool climate, the great differences in altitude and the limestone, porphyry and stony soils give wines with high freshness, pure fruit and clear precision. The region is known for alpine wines with balance, elegance and a strong local identity.
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