Rating: 4.5/5

This Blauburgunder from Kaltern, Alto Adige, Italy is a pale ruby in colour. The nose exhibits a medium intensity, offering a clear expression of fresh raspberry, cranberry, and strawberry aromas. On the palate, it’s a fine-grained wine, with a medium minus body and medium tannins that are well-balanced, complemented by crisp medium-plus acidity and a dry finish.

At a glance

  • Type: Red
  • Appearance: pale, ruby
  • Nose: medium; raspberry, cranberry, strawberry
  • Palate: Body medium minus, Tannin medium, Acidity medium plus, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel fine grained, Flavour intensity medium
  • Tastes: strawberry, raspberry, cranberry
  • Finish: medium
  • Development: Fully Developed
  • Readiness: drink now
  • Balanced: yes
  • Complex: no

Food pairings

  • Grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • Crispy duck breast with cherry compote
  • Pan-seared salmon with berry reduction
  • Herbed beef short ribs with quinoa
  • Roasted portobello mushrooms with balsamic glaze
  • Spicy beef stir-fry with red bell peppers
  • Creamy risotto with roasted vegetables
  • Grilled vegetable skewers with balsamic glaze