Kallmet Classic 2020 - 14% vol. - KALLMETI Winery
Kallmet Red Wine (basic version).
Wine classification: Dry red wine
Origin (Production Area): The Kallmet area and the surrounding villages, in a geographical longitude not exceeding 30 km from the headquarters of the Kallmeti Winery.
Grape variety: 100% Kallmet, which is an ancient native Albanian variety grown in the area of origin and widespread especially in the districts of Lezha and Scutari. The average yield in the vineyard is 50-60 Kv/Ha
Tradition: The cultivation of this vine and the wine produced from it have been inherited thanks to the parishes and families of winemakers in the area, who have made this vine famous in all historical eras.
Oenological consultancy: Offered by SEA (Studio Oenologico Associato), Italy. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature. This wine is aged for 10 months in stainless steel tanks, then 6 months in French oak barrels and 4-6 months in the bottle before being released on the market.
Organoleptic and physico-chemical characteristics: It has a blood red colour, espresso and alert where the fresh aromas, typical of the vine, stand out, sufficiently tannic, full-bodied and balanced. The alcohol content, depending on the year of production, varies from 13-13.5% Vol.
Sommelier's tip: It goes well with starters of cured meats, pasta with minced meat, baked red meats and mushroom-based dishes. Recommended serving temperature: 16-18°C.