Praepositus Kerner

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 the cooperative's members. 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 Praepositus Kerner of the Novacella Abbey represents an oenological excellence of Alto Adige, the result of a careful selection of Kerner grapes and traditional winemaking, enhanced by the centuries-old experience of the Benedictine monks. Kerner grapes, a native vine of Alto Adige, find in the terroir of the Isarco Valley the ideal conditions to best express their aromatic characteristics. The vineyards, exposed to the south and south-west, enjoy a cool and breezy climate, and moraine soils rich in minerals, which give the wine a marked minerality and great freshness. The vinification of Praepositus Kerner takes place in the traditional way, with a fermentation at a controlled temperature in stainless steel. This technological choice allows to preserve the aromatic integrity of the grapes and to obtain a white wine with a particularly fine and elegant olfactory and gustatory profile.

Pale straw yellow color with greenish reflections, an indication of youth and freshness, complex and enveloping aroma, with notes of white pulp fruit (golden apple, pear), citrus fruits (citron, grapefruit), white flowers (elderberry, acacia) and delicate spicy nuances (ginger, cardamom), balanced and harmonious taste, with a nice flavor and a pleasant acidity that balances the sweetness. The same olfactory sensations are found on the palate, with a long and persistent finish, characterized by mineral and citrus notes. Praepositus Kerner is an extremely versatile wine, which lends itself to numerous gastronomic pairings. Excellent as an aperitif, it pairs splendidly with delicate fish dishes (turbot, sole), shellfish, seafood risotto, white meats and fresh cheeses.

Serving temperature 10°- 12°C

Production area: Trentino Alto Adige

Vintage: 2022

Alcohol: 14.5%

Capacity: 75 cl.

Company: Abbazia di Novacella

Vine variety: 100% Kerner

Denomination: Alto Adige DOC

Recommended pairings: Aperitifs, Delicate fish dishes, Shellfish, Seafood risotto, White meats, Fresh cheeses

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