{"title":"Kalma Wines","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eNestled in the sun-drenched hills of southeastern Sicily, in the vineyards surrounding the picturesque village of Chiaramonte Gulfi ( aptly nicknamed “the balcony of Sicily”) lies Kalma Estate, a small, independent winery and farm founded by two passionate, world-traveled winemakers, Nikolas and Waiata. Kalma is not just a winery; it is a return to nature and a fresh voice in contemporary Sicilian wine culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eNikolas, originally from Germany, studied viticulture and winemaking in his homeland and in Northern Italy. He gained experience across South Africa, Chianti, the Priorat region, and finally Sicily, where he became head of viticulture at the renowned COS winery under Giusto Occhipinti. It was here that he met Waiata, a New Zealander who had lived in France, working as a sommelier in Paris and later in Melbourne, before immersing himself in the world of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eThe two then traveled to France, working at Domaine Matassa, and later to Waiata’s homeland at Kindeli Winery in New Zealand. Yet Sicily called them back. In 2022, they purchased a 3.8-hectare vineyard in the hills of Chiaramonte Gulfi, surrounded by olive and citrus groves. Here, Azienda Agricola Kalma was born: a project that embodies not just winemaking, but a philosophy of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eAt the heart of Kalma is regenerative agriculture, which prioritizes soil health, biodiversity, and ecological balance. No synthetic chemicals are used, interventions are minimal, and the aim is to work in harmony with nature’s rhythms. The dry, breezy Sicilian climate further supports this approach, allowing the vines to thrive with little human interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eTheir winemaking is deeply shaped by the terroir around Ragusa, which, despite the southern climate, yields elegant, low-alcohol wines. The traditions and philosophy of Giusto and Arianna Occhipinti have also left a lasting impression on their work: wines that are pure, lively, and honest, faithfully reflecting the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eKalma currently produces five wines: four from their own vineyards and one from a friend’s Marsala estate. Among their most exciting future projects is the revival of the nearly extinct Albanello grape, which they hope to vinify in an oxidative style, possibly with skin contact. Though not highly aromatic, Albanello’s excellent acidity gives it great potential, and only a few vines remain in southeastern Sicily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003eThough Nikolas and Waiata were not born in Sicily, their global experience, humility, and profound respect for nature make them a true asset to the region. Their wines, like themselves, are quietly compelling, modest yet fascinatingly diverse. Each sip carries openness, freedom, a love of nature, and a touch of dreamlike levity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2935\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIn a world often dominated by industrial agriculture, Kalma is a quiet but steadfast response. Every bottle tells a story of the land, the people, and the meeting of tradition and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kalma-wines-heliocentric-2023","title":"Kalma Wines Heliocentric 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eTraditionally, Nero d’Avola and Frappato are grown and fermented together, creating a harmonious expression of Sicily’s native reds. This wine is partly fermented as whole clusters in fiberglass tanks, then transferred to multi-fill old barrels for aging.\u003cbr\u003eWith a 70\/30 balance in favor of Nero d’Avola, the wine is slightly more tannic and structured than the winery’s other offerings, yet remains fresh, refined, and elegant, showcasing vibrant fruit, subtle spice, and a lifted Sicilian character \u0026nbsp;- far from the heaviness of a typical Sicilian red.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kalma Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55680611615106,"sku":null,"price":13300.0,"currency_code":"HUF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0903\/4543\/9618\/files\/Kalma_Wines_Heliocentric_2023.jpg?v=1758018531"},{"product_id":"kalma-wines-fu-manchu-2023","title":"Kalma Wines Fu Manchu 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eFermented whole berries for 12 days without crushing, this wine is then aged in concrete tanks to preserve purity and freshness. 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