Abbazia di Novacella
Praepositus Gruner Veltliner 2023
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Valle Isarco Veltliner |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Gruner Veltliner |
| Aging | Matured in stainless steel and 30 hl oak barrels, with bottle ageing for 9 months. |
- Origin Alto Adige DOC: Grüner Veltliner from the Isarco Valley, between Bressanone and Varna
- Vintage and grape variety: 2023, pure Grüner Veltliner; still white wine with 13.5% vol
- Intense aromas: ripe apple, quince, honey, caraway, toasted notes and aromatic herbs
- Savoury and spicy taste: full fruit, Alpine minerality, hints of anise and pepper
- Vinification and pairings: matured in steel and oak at 17°C; ideal with shellfish and fish
Description
What kind of wine it is
Praepositus Grüner Veltliner from Abbazia di Novacella is a white wine that embodies the elegance of the Isarco Valley in South Tyrol. Made from Grüner Veltliner grapes, it stands out for its golden yellow colour. On the nose, it reveals notes of ripe apple and quince, interwoven with hints of honey and cumin. On the palate, it is powerful and generous, supported by a substantial fruitiness and an intense spiciness of anise and pepper. The sip, defined by a soft entry, unveils a savoury and mineral character, making it an excellent match for shellfish, white fish and soft cheeses.
Where it comes from
This white wine originates in South Tyrol, along the steep slopes surrounding Bressanone and Varna. The vines grow between 650 and 700 metres above sea level, with a bright south and south-west exposure. The soils consist of permeable moraine deposits, enriched with mica schist, paragneiss and quartzite. These soils, combined with the mountain microclimate of the basin, encourage a slow ripening of the grapes. Abbazia di Novacella enhances this alpine terroir, bringing the freshness and the distinct mineral imprint typical of the valley into the glass.
How it is produced
Harvesting takes place in mid-October, followed by fermentation at 17°C with natural and selected yeasts. The process takes place between stainless steel and oak barrels, combining aromatic purity with deep complexity. The wine matures in the same containers before a crucial bottle ageing of nine months. This process perfectly integrates the various components, balancing the richness of the fruit with the vibrant natural acidity, resulting in a long-lived wine with a clear sense of place.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1142, the historic Abbey of Novacella continues a centuries-old winemaking tradition in the Isarco Valley. The exclusive Praepositus line, overseen by oenologist Celestino Lucin, is a testament to a deep commitment to excellence. This captivating single-variety Grüner Veltliner, cultivated at high altitude between Bressanone and Varna, offers unparalleled elegance and harmony: a masterpiece awarded a score of 92/100 by James Suckling.
Awards
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2023
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1142
- Oenologist: Celestino Lucin
- Bottles produced: 900.000
- Hectares: 100
Also owned by the Abbey is a vineyard located in South Tyrol's main wine-growing area: the Marklhof estate in Cornaiano, on the 'wine road' near Bolzano. The sandy, dry soil and the airy climate of these hills make it possible to obtain excellent red wines, including a characteristic Kalterersee, a very fine Schiava and a very elegant Pinot Noir.
A third Novacella vineyard is located in Bolzano, around the ancient and tiny St. Mary's Monastery. Here, in the dry and very warm climate of the valley floor, a full-bodied dark Lagrein matures, which is particularly suitable for ageing.
In our wine cellar, the grapes from these three vineyards are raised to wines whose distinct character and quality has been rewarded by the loyalty of generations of friends and connoisseurs. Read more
| Name | Abbazia di Novacella Praepositus Gruner Veltliner 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Gruner Veltliner |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Abbazia di Novacella |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1142, the historic Abbey of Novacella continues a centuries-old winemaking tradition in the Isarco Valley. The exclusive Praepositus line, overseen by oenologist Celestino Lucin, is a testament to a deep commitment to excellence. This captivating single-variety Grüner Veltliner, cultivated at high altitude between Bressanone and Varna, offers unparalleled elegance and harmony: a masterpiece awarded a score of 92/100 by James Suckling. |
| Origin | Conca di Bressanone (BZ) |
| Soil composition | Permeable moraine deposits, composed of mica schist, paragneiss and quartzite |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 6000 |
| Yield per hectare | 50 hl/ha |
| Harvest | Mid-October |
| Fermentation temperature | 17 °C |
| Production technique | Fermentation at 17 °C in stainless steel and 30 hl oak barrels |
| Wine making | Fermentation at 17°C in stainless steel and in 30 hl oak barrels. |
| Aging | Matured in stainless steel and 30 hl oak barrels, with bottle ageing for 9 months. |
| Total acidity | 6.2 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 2.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |