Kallmet (grape)
Albanian grape variety
Kallmet (def. 'Kallmeti') is a red grape variety indigenous to the Zadrima region of northwestern Albania. It is regarded as one of the country’s most important wine grapes and has long been cultivated in the municipalities of Mirditë, Lezhë, Shkodër and Malësi e Madhe.
The variety is primarily used for the production of dry red wines, although it can also be utilized in the making of rakia, brandy and, to a lesser extent, as a table grape.
Kallmet is genetically similar to Hungary's Kadarka grape, likely derived from Skadar, the Slavic name for Shkodër.
Ampelography
Kallmet, known locally as Gjashtore and Zadrimore, exists in two recognized phenotypic forms:
Kallmet i Zi (Black Kallmet) is by far the most widespread form. It produces elongated grape clusters with dark brown to black berries and ripens between 10 and 20 September. It is the primary form used for red wine production and is also consumed fresh.
Kallmet i Bardhë (White Kallmet) is considerably rarer. It ripens around the middle of September and is used for white wine production and fresh consumption.
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