Praepositus Gewürztraminer

Not all estates can boast a long winemaking history like that of Novacella Abbey, where the Augustinian order has been producing wine since 1142! Centuries of experience, combined with modern technology and the great passion of those who collaborate in the vineyard and in the cellar, leads to the creation of wines with great personality capable of expressing all the potential of this border terroir. Novacella Abbey is located in the northernmost wine-growing area of ​​Italy, in Alto Adige, where the altitude, between 600 and 900 meters, the cool climate and mineral-rich soils, allow for the optimal development of aromas and flavor, typical characteristics of the wines of the Isarco Valley such as Sylvaner, Müller Thurgau, Kerner, Gewürztraminer, Veltliner, whose grapes thrive on the sunny slopes around Novacella. The red grape varieties owned by the estate, however, are grown further south in the region, namely Lagrein near Bolzano, Schiava Gentile, Pinot Noir and Moscato Rosa on the Corniano estate. Today the Abbey has 25 hectares of property, but produces wine from grapes from around fifty hectares cultivated by members of the cooperative. The control of the grapes by the members and the passion with which the Abbey has dedicated itself to the production of wines for centuries are synonymous with absolute quality, with labels that are faithful custodians of centuries-old traditions, never betrayed by innovative methodologies.

The Gewürztraminer Praepositus from the Novacella Abbey represents an expression of excellence of the Gewürztraminer grape variety in Alto Adige. Produced by the historic cellar of the abbey, this wine embodies a combination of monastic tradition and modern winemaking, giving life to a unique and distinctive product. The Gewürztraminer grapes used to produce Praepositus come from selected vineyards, located about six hundred meters above sea level, facing south-southwest. This particular exposure, combined with the cool and breezy climate of Alto Adige, gives the grapes a slow and gradual ripening, favoring the development of intense and complex aromas. The soils, predominantly calcareous and porphyritic, contribute to giving the wine a pronounced minerality and a solid structure. The vinification of Praepositus takes place following rigorous protocols that aim to preserve the aromatic integrity and freshness of the grapes. After manual harvesting and careful selection of the bunches, the grapes are gently pressed and the must ferments at a controlled temperature in steel. Subsequently, the wine ages on fine yeasts for several months, during which it acquires complexity and finesse.

Intense straw yellow color with golden reflections, a testimony to the ripening of the grapes and the aromatic richness of the wine, the olfactory bouquet is broad and complex, characterized by intense notes of exotic fruit (lychee, mango, pineapple), white flowers (rose, jasmine), spices (cloves, ginger) and a delicate note of honey.
On the palate, Praepositus is full-bodied and enveloping, with a natural sweetness well balanced by a lively acidity. The aromatic returns faithfully reflect the olfactory perceptions, with a long persistence of taste and a pleasantly bitterish finish. Gewürztraminer Praepositus is a versatile wine that lends itself to numerous pairings. It excels in combination with fish-based dishes, shellfish, white meats and blue cheeses. It goes perfectly with Asian cuisine and spicy dishes. It can also be enjoyed pure, as a meditation wine.

Serving temperature 10°- 12°C

Production area: Trentino Alto Adige

Vintage: 2022

Alcohol: 15%

Capacity: 75 cl.

Company: Abbazia di Novacella

Vine variety: 100% Gewürztraminer

Denomination: Alto Adige DOC

Recommended pairings: Fish-based dishes, Shellfish, White meats, Blue cheeses, Asian and spicy dishes

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