The winery
Erste+Neue
Cooperative winery in Caldaro (Kaltern) producing premium alpine wines; established from the merger of two local wineries and known for its Chardonnay and other Alto Adige varieties. ([erste-neue.it](https://www.erste-neue.it/))
- Alto Adige / Südtirol (Trentino‑Alto Adige). ([altoadigewines.com](https://www.altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/ersteneue)) · Italy. ([erste-neue.it](https://www.erste-neue.it/))
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The story
Officially formed in 1986 from the merger of Erste Kellerei (founded 1900) and Neue Kellerei (founded 1925); in 2016 it entered a significant union/collaboration with Cantina Kaltern. ([altoadigewines.com](https://www.altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/ersteneue))
Production philosophy
Produce quality “mountain wines” in harmony with nature, combining local winemaking tradition, modern technology and a spirit of experimentation to express alpine terroirs. ([altoadigewines.com](https://www.altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/ersteneue))
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards around Caldaro/Kaltern in Alto Adige, including terraced sites up to about 860 m elevation; they cultivate typical Alto Adige varieties, including Chardonnay. ([altoadigewines.com](https://www.altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/ersteneue))
