Caldora is one of the largest cooperative wineries in the Abruzzo. Total holdings consist of around 1200 ha, but only the best 200 ha are selected, vinified, and bottled under the Caldora name. The majority of these plantings are located within the Ortona area in a microclimate that runs through a 25 km band between the Adriatic coast and the 3000m high Mount Maiella. The first bottling, with an updated winery facility coupled to an avant-garde vineyard management system, captured the essence of Caldora: maximum fruit expression in a top quality, reasonably priced wine that everyone can enjoy. A great example of this style is the Pecorino, named after the grape cluster’s resemblance to a sheep’s head - not the cheese. It is highly aromatic with an excellent structure, but rarely makes it to the export market because of naturally low yields.
