Caldora, part of the Fantini group, is located in the Abruzzo region of Italy, on the Adriatic coast.
Caldora has a special arrangement with the many growers who own over 1,500 hectares of land in the two coastal provinces of Teramo to the north and Chieti to the south. The award-winning winemaking team carefully selects the best portions of each vineyard depending on clones, position in the vineyard and age of vines. They then direct the farming of these vineyard rows including reducing the yield per vine, to ensure the highest quality grapes. This arrangement means they are not actually buying grapes, but rather renting vineyards or portions of vineyards.
Since most of the vineyards are family owned, they tend to be smaller allowing complete harvesting of all properties in about 3 days. This means they can afford to wait for the optimum time to harvest. The families take pride in their work, and are also better compensated.
Theirs are modern style wines made with predominantly indigenous grapes such as Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, and Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, but also include some international varieties. They are fresh and aromatic, balanced and fruit forward, and great representations of the region.
Caldora Chardonnay Terre di Chieti IGT expresses the bright, Mediterranean side of Abruzzo. Grown on calcareous clay soils near the Adriatic coast, this 100% Chardonnay is hand harvested and fermented at low temperature to preserve freshness and aromatics. Straw yellow in color, it offers notes of tropical fruit and ripe citrus. On the palate it is balanced, smooth and persistent, with a clean, refreshing finish. Ideal as an aperitif or paired with fish, white meats and light dishes.
Caldora Sangiovese Terre di Chieti IGT is a fresh and approachable expression of Sangiovese from Abruzzo. Grown along the Adriatic coast, the grapes are hand harvested and gently vinified to preserve fruit purity. Ruby red in color, it shows vibrant aromas of strawberry and black cherry. On the palate it is medium-bodied, balanced and smooth, with soft tannins and a clean, persistent finish.
Caldora Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC is a pure expression of Abruzzo’s coastal vineyards. Made from 100% Montepulciano grown on clay and limestone soils, it shows a deep ruby color with garnet highlights. On the nose, intense aromas of red fruits, plum and wild berries emerge, with subtle hints of vanilla. The palate is full-bodied, well balanced and persistent, with soft tannins and a clean, satisfying finish. Ideal with cured meats, rich dishes, meat and cheese.
Yume Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC is a refined and expressive wine from the Adriatic slopes of Abruzzo. Hand harvested grapes from Chieti are gently vinified to preserve depth and elegance. After fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in oak for six months, adding structure and complexity. Ruby red with garnet hues, it shows spicy notes with hints of chocolate and tar, balanced by ripe fruit and smooth tannins.
