Calatroni Winery - Wine List 2015

2015

Wine list

Tradition, experience and passion for quality

These are the keywords of our philosopy of production. The Calatroni winery is a small, family-run winery

located on the hills of the village of Montecalvo Versiggia in the Versa Valley, in the heart of Oltrepò Pavese.

The winery was founded in 1964, when Luigi Calatroni, at the end of his tenant-farming contract, bought

a vineyard from his former landowner. In the following years, the winery developed under the guide of

Fausto and Marisa Calatroni. Now, with the third generation of vinegrowers, the experience of the

tradition is enriched by the modern agronomic and oenologic techniques brought by the young brothers

Cristian (34 years-old) and Stefano (29 years-old).

The constant technical improvement led to an ever-increasing quality of the grapes we grow in our own

vineyards. The property vineyards (about 15 hectares) are located in Montecalvo Versiggia at an altitude

varying from 180 to 320 metres above mean sea level, in an area very suited for the growing of several

grapes.

We really hope that our work and passion will help raising the profile of the Oltrepò Paves as a quality wine

region. Our region has a great potential, but it's still not fully developed.

Montecalvo land of Pinot Noir

With its 4.100 hectares, the Oltrepò Pavese region is the third area for the production of Pinot Noir grapes

worldwide Montecalvo Versiggia is probably the Italian Comune (municipality) with the largest production

of Pinot Noir grapes.The area around Montecalvo is especially suited for growing the Pinot Noir, because of

the limestone composition of the soils and its favorable wide temperature range between day and night.

Following the tradition of Oltrepò Pavese we offer many different interpretations of the Pinot Noir grape:

1) Pinot Noir vinified as a white wine:

Pinot Noir frizzante

Metodo Martinotti sparkling wine

Metodo Classico DOCG sparkling wine

2) Pinot Noir vinified as a rosé wine:

Cruasé Metodo Classico DOCG sparkling wine

3) Pinot Noir vinified as a red wine:

Pinot Nero dell Oltrepò Pavese DOC

The charm of Riesling

The Oltrepò Pavese region is also the area with the largest production of Riesling Italico (or Welschriesling)

in Italy. Nevertheless, we aimed at growing the Rheinriesling variety and we're now proud to present you a

perfectly varietal wine which shows all the peculiar features that made this noble grape renowned

wordwide.

Stefano and Cristian Calatroni

Contact us: Azienda Agricola Calatroni Località Casa Grande 7 27040 Montecalvo Versiggia (PV) Italy Phone/Fax: +39.0385.99013 Mobile: +39.338.3449289 (Stefano Calatroni) Skype: calatronivini Email: [email protected] Website: www.calatronivini.it Facebook: www.facebook.com/agriturismocalatroni Twitter: @calatronivini

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“Unico”

semi-sparkling wines

Pinot Noir vinified as a white wine IGT

Riesling Italico IGT

Pinot Grigio Rosé IGT

Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC

Moscato IGT

Azienda Agricola Calatroni

Località Casa Grande 7 - 27040 Montecalvo Versiggia (PV) - Italy

Phone/Fax: 0385.99013 - email: [email protected] - website: www.calatronivini.it

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“UNICO”

PINOT NERO VINIFIED AS A WHITE WINE PROVINCIA DI PAVIA IGT (SEMI-SPARKLING)

Pinot Noir vinified without skin contact as a semi-sparkling white

wine is a tradition unique to the Oltrepò Pavese wine region.

Historically, the soils of Montecalvo Versiggia are well suited to

bring out the best qualities of this grape. We are committed to a

sustainable approach to vinegrowing, using a minimum of

pesticides and antiparasitic treatments.

Characteristics of the vineyard

Training system Free cordon

Pruning system Casarsa

Exposure North, North-East

Vines per hectare 4.500

Yield per hectare 9 tons

Tasting notes

Colour White crystal with yellow

highlights.

Nose Flowery with notes of fresh-cut

apple and pear.

Palate Delicate and smooth with a

refreshing acidity.

Pairings

Excellent as an aperitif, it goes

very well with finger food, salads

or cold pasta.

Service temperature 8-10 °C





“UNICO”

RIESLING ITALICO PROVINCIA DI PAVIA IGT (SEMI-SPARKLING)

Produced from Riesling Italico grapes, this semi-sparkling wine

shows fine and elegant bubbles and a refreshing, bright acidity. We

grow our Riesling Italico grapes in the northern part of our estate,

where the limestone-rich soils are especially fitted for the growing

of white grapes. We are committed to a sustainable approach to

vinegrowing, using a minimum of pesticides and antiparasitic

treatments.





Vines per hectare 4.000-4.500

Yield per hectare 9,5 tons

Tasting notes

Colour Straw yellow with greenish

highlights.

Nose Intense with delicate notes of

white fruits.

Palate Fruity, with a very pleasant salty

edge.

Pairings


also well with crudités, fish pasta

dishes and white meat.






“UNICO”

PINOT GRIGIO ROSÉ PROVINCIA DI PAVIA IGT (SEMI-SPARKLING)

Pinot Gris is a grape widely grown on the Oltrepò Pavese hills. Our

rosé version, with its nice copper highlights, has become over the

years a true classic among our semi-sparkling wines. Our

magnesium rich soils are really well suited to bring out the best

qualities of this grape. We are committed to a sustainable approach

to vinegrowing, using a minimum of pesticides and antiparasitic

treatments.




Exposure North



Tasting notes

Colour Pink with copper highlights.

Nose

Flowery, with a violet-like aroma

and notes of yellow and tropical

fruits.

Palate Delicate, with an elegance of its

own thanks to its salty acidity

Pairings


very well with fish or shellfish

dishes.






“UNICO”

BONARDA BONARDA DELL’OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOC

(SEMI-SPARKLING)

This wine is made from Croatina, the indigenous grape par

excellence of the Oltrepò Pavese wine region. The semi-sparkling

Bonarda is the most popular wine of our region, a true symbol of

our gastronomic tradition and culture. We are committed to a






Exposure North-East



Tasting notes

Colour Deep red with ruby red

highlights.

Nose Winey, with notes of red fruits.

Palate Medium-bodied, smooth with

good tannins.

Pairings Rough-cut salami, pasta with

meat sauce, stewed meats.






“UNICO”

MOSCATO PROVINCIA DI PAVIA IGT (SEMI-SPARKLING)

The growing of the Moscato grape in our area could be traced back

to the Middle Ages, since bottles of Moscato wine were found in

the castle of Montecalvo Versiggia. Moscato grapes are golden and

thick-skinned and could also be enjoyed as table grapes, to end the

meal with a touch of sweetness. We are committed to a sustainable

approach to vinegrowing, using a minimum of pesticides and

antiparasitic treatments.




Exposure North, North-West

Vines per hectare 4.500


Tasting notes

Colour Straw-yellow colour with golden

highlights.

Nose Delicate, flowery with citrus

notes.

Palate Sweet, but not overly so, crisp

and very aromatic.

Pairings Desserts and tea biscuits.


“Le Foglie”

still wines

Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC

Barbera Oltrepò Pavese DOC

Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC

Riesling Oltrepò Pavese DOC

“Perorossino” Oltrepò Pavese Rosso DOC





BONARDA BONARDA DELL’OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOC (STILL)

Our clay and carbon-rich soils are especially fitted for growing

Croatina grapes. A special attention is taken in the vineyard to

green prune the vines. This wine is released after one year in bottle,

once it has reached optimum maturity and elegance. We are

committed to a sustainable approach to vinegrowing, using a

minimum of pesticides and antiparasitic treatments.







Tasting notes

Colour Deep ruby red.

Nose Rich, elegant bouquet with spicy

notes.

Palate Medium-bodied, smooth and

well-balanced.

Pairings Pasta with meat filling, roasted or

boiled meats.






BARBERA BARBERA OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOC (STILL)

Our clay and carbon-rich soils are especially fitted for growing

Barbera grapes. A special attention is taken in the vineyard to green

prune the vines. This wine is released after one year in bottle, when

it has reached optimum maturity and elegance. We are committed

to a sustainable approach to vinegrowing, using a minimum of








Tasting notes

Colour Deep red with purple highlights.

Nose Intense, winey, with notes of wild

fruits jam.

Palate Medium-bodied with a pleasant

acidity.

Pairings Red meats, boiled or stewed

meats.






PINOT NERO PINOT NERO DELL’OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOC (STILL)

A Pinot Noir immediately recognisable by its distinctive pale red

colour and bouquet (with currant, but also blackberry and raspberry

in evidence). This wine has an aging potential of 5 years. We are

committed to a sustainable approach to vinegrowing, using a

minimum of pesticides and antiparasitic treatments.







Tasting notes

Colour Deep ruby red.

Nose Intense with notes of fresh red

fruits.

Palate

Fruity, intense, inviting. Full

harmony between nose and

mouth.

Pairings Pasta with meat filling, roasted or

boiled meats.






RIESLING RIESLING OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOC (STILL)

Produced from Riesling grapes only, this wine shows the classic

elegant bouquet of the Rheinriesling and a bright, natural acidity

given by the soil. We grow our Riesling grapes in the northern part

of our estate, where the limestone-rich soils are especially fitted for

the growing of white grapes. We are committed to a sustainable









Tasting notes

Colour Straw yellow with golden

highlights.

Nose

Fruity when young. Nose

becomes increasingly complex

with aging, showing aromas

typical of the grape variety.

Palate

Deft, fresh, with a great

persistence. A wine of great

personality.

Pairings

Fish and shellfish dishes, hearty

white meats and... why not? Pasta

with oil, garlic and red pepper.






“PEROROSSINO”

OLTREPÒ PAVESE ROSSO OLTREPÒ PAVESE ROSSO DOC (STILL)

This wine is made from Croatina, Barbera, Uva Rara and other rare

indigenous grapes. The name of the wine is a hint to a pear tree

("pero" in Italian) located in the vineyard, whose leaves turn red

("rosso" in Italian) during the harvesting. The Perorossino is a

hearty, rustic wine with an elegance of its own, a perfect expression

of its terroir and of our oldest traditions. We are committed to a






Exposure East, South-East



Tasting notes

Colour Pale ruby red with garnet red

highlights.

Nose Complex, intriguing nose with

flowery, fruity and spicy notes.

Palate Full-bodied and full-flavoured.

Pairings Slow-cooked meats and game

dishes.


Metodo Martinotti and Metodo Classico

sparkling wines

“Zero” Metodo Martinotti Brut VSQ

“Pinot 64” Metodo Classico Brut VSQ

Cruasé Pas Dosé Vintage DOCG





“ZERO” BRUT

METODO MARTINOTTI PINOT NERO VSQ (SPARKLING WINE)

Pinot noir is widely grown in Oltrepò Pavese, but the soils of the

Montecalvo Versiggia hills are especially fitted for its growing.

Their calcareous nature enhances the best qualities of this grape

variety. The growing of the Pinot Noir is also helped by the peculiar

microclimate of our area with medium-hot summer days and cool

nights. We are committed to a sustainable approach to vinegrowing,

using a minimum of pesticides and antiparasitic treatments.







Tasting notes

Colour Crystal white with straw yellow

highlights.

Nose Intense, with flowery notes.

Palate Fresh and easy to drink. Nice,

creamy bubbles.

Pairings Excellent as an aperitif, and

perfect for any unexpected break.






“PINOT 64” BRUT

METODO CLASSICO PINOT NERO VSQ (SPARKLING WINE)

Pinot Noir is widely grown in Oltrepò Pavese, but the soils of the

Montecalvo Versiggia hills are especially fitted for its growing. Their calcareous nature enhances the best qualities of this grape variety. The

growing of Pinot Noir is also helped by the peculiar microclimate of our

area with medium-hot summer days and cool nights. We are committed to a sustainable approach to vinegrowing, using a minimum of pesticides

and antiparasitic treatments. We harvest the grapes in the last decade of

August to keep a higher acidity. The grapes are carefully hand harvested and are taken quickly to the winery in small baskets; the pressing of the

grapes is soft so to extract only the best aromas. The Pinot 64 rests on the

lees for at least 36 months. The dégorgement à la glace is performed by

us in our cellar.







Tasting notes

Colour Straw yellow colour with golden highlights.

Nose Very intense with notes of fresh-

baked bread.

Palate Marked by Pinot Noir's signature

acidity. Good persistence.

Pairings

Excellent as an aperitif, it's perfect

with the whole meal (especially seafood).






CRUASÉ

PAS DOSÉ VINTAGE METODO CLASSICO PINOT NERO ROSÉ

OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOCG (SPARKLING WINE)

The name Cruasé (a hybrid of the words cru and rosé) is a registered brand of

the Consorzio Tutela Vini dell'Oltrepò Pavese which identifies Rosé Metodo

Classico sparkling wines produced in compliance with the Consorzio

guidelines. The key requirements are that Cruasé must be made from at least

85% Pinot Noir grapes and its rosé colour must be obtained naturally by

maceration of the grapes.

Our Cruasé is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown in our own

vineyards in Montecalvo Versiggia, an area in the eastern part of the Oltrepò

Paves region very suitable for the growing of Pinot Noir. We pick the grapes

in late August, harvesting them by hand and taking them quickly to our

winery in small baskets. We are committed to a sustainable approach to

vinegrowing, using a minimum of pesticides and antiparasitic treatments. Our

Cruasé is a vintage sparkling wine which rests at least 30 months on the

lees. We chose the pas dosé style to let you fully appreciate the true, natural

quality of our Pinot Noir. We really believe in the Cruasé project: it's a

challenge we're ready to take.







Tasting notes

Colour Pale, onion skin rosé. Fine, steady and

persistent perlage.

Nose

Intense, rich bouquet, with floral and

fruity flavors, and notes of toasted

bread crust and yeast.

Palate Firm and crisp, supported by a very

pleasant bright acidity.

Pairings

It goes well with a wide range of

foods, from savory appetizers to

hearty meat dishes.


“Viticoltori in Montecalvo”

Reserve wines

Riesling Riserva Oltrepò Pavese DOC

Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese Riserva DOC





RIESLING RISERVA VITICOLTORI IN MONTECALVO RIESLING OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOC (STILL)

Produced only in the best vintages using carefully selected and

overripe Riesling grapes, this wine gives its best only after many

years of bottle aging. The production is extremely limited and each

bottle is numbered. We are committed to a sustainable approach to

winegrowing, using a minimum of pesticides and antiparasitic

treatments.






Yield per hectare 2-4 tons

Tasting notes

Colour Intense yellow.

Nose

Extremely complex with a wide

range of notes going from

camomile to petroleum.

Palate

Medium-bodied, ample and rich,

but supported by still fresh

acidity.

Pairings Perfect with ripe cheese, but it’s

also great as a meditative wine.






PINOT NERO RISERVA VITICOLTORI IN MONTECALVO PINOT NERO DELL’OLTREPÒ PAVESE DOC (STILL)

Our Reserve is made from overripe Pinot Noir grapes, carefully

selected in the vineyard. It ages more than 10 months in

second-usage barriques. We are committed to a sustainable





Pruning system Guyot

Exposure North-East



Tasting notes

Colour Pale garnet red.

Nose

Smooth, harmonious with

complex notes given by its oak

aging.

Palate Elegant, well-rounded with firm

but not intrusive tannins.

Pairings Salami, red meats, game dishes.


Ratings by the Italian wine guides

“Unico” Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC (semi-sparkling)

2010

2013

2014

2015

Recommended

“Le Foglie” Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC

2015

Recommended

“Unico” Pinot Grigio Rosé IGT (semi-sparkling)

2008

One of the best value for money purchase

(Slow Food 2008)

“Perorossino” Oltrepò Pavese Rosso DOC

2010

2015

“Le Foglie” Oltrepò Pavese Riesling DOC

2010

2013

2014

“Pinot 64” Metodo Classico Brut VSQ

2014

2015

Recommended

Cruasé Pas Dosé Vintage Oltrepò Pavese Metodo Classico Pinot Nero Rosé DOCG

2013

2014

2015

Recommended

“Viticoltori in Montecalvo” Oltrepò Pavese Riesling Riserva DOC

2015

Recommended

One of the best value for money purchase in Lombardy

(L’Espresso 2015)

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