Lake Kaltern Classico Superiore Per Sé

Vernatsch from the classic region: sour cherry, violets, fine-grained tannins, lively finish.

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Lake Kaltern Classico Superiore Per Sé

Kalterersee as a serious matter: Elena Walch's Per Sé shows what the Vernatsch grape can achieve from the South Tyrolean classic region when taken seriously in the vineyard and cellar.

The Elena Walch winery is one of the most famous addresses in South Tyrol. Based in Tramin on the Wine Road, the family cultivates single-vineyard wines on porphyry and limestone — soils that bring structure and minerality to the wine. Only those who use grapes from the strictly defined classic region around Lake Kaltern and meet minimum alcohol and aging requirements can call themselves Kalterersee Classico Superiore — a DOC quality level with high standards.

In the glass, fresh ruby red. The nose shows sour cherry and violets, plus white pepper and a hint of dark chocolate. On the palate, light-weight with fine-grained tannins and lively acidity — typical for Vernatsch, which, when from a good source, never seems massive, but fluid. The finish is dry and pleasantly tart.

  • Tasting & Serving: 14–16 °C
  • Tasting & Serving: South Tyrolean speck, grilled sausage, pasta with tomato sauce, or light mushroom dishes
Grape variety Vernatsch
Origin South Tyrol, Italy
Taste Dry
Alcohol 13 % Vol.
Serving temp. 14–16 °C
Volume 0,75 l
Country of origin Italy
Region South Tyrol
Grape variety Vernatsch
Wine color Red Wine
Vintage 2024
Alcohol content 13 % Vol.
Residual sugar 2,6 g/l
Taste Dry

The Winery

Elena Walch

Elena Walch – architect by passion, winemaker by conviction. Since 1985, she has dedicated herself to her vineyards with full commitment. Her motto: "Good wine does not grow by itself!"

She has uncompromisingly transformed the two South Tyrolean cru sites, Castel Ringberg and Kastelaz, which are solely owned by the family. Piece by piece, she converted the pergola systems into modern Guyot cultivation with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet, and Merlot.

The result: low yields, healthy grapes, gentle aging with targeted use of wood. Fruity, elegant white wines – and red wines, pure "tigers on velvet paws." South Tyrolean top class with a clear signature.

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