Abbazia di Novacella Praepositus Gruner Veltliner 2023

Abbazia di Novacella Praepositus Grüner Veltliner 2023 is a refined, mountain-grown white wine that brings a fresh, delicate and lightly aromatic expression to the glass. From the cool alpine vineyards of Trentino-Alto Adige, this bottling showcases Grüner Veltliner in a more mineral, focused style than its Austrian cousins. The Praepositus range represents the abbey’s top selections, drawing on centuries of monastic winemaking tradition to deliver depth, purity and precision.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this wine shines from greenish yellow to a more intense golden hue as it opens, hinting at both freshness and concentration. The nose is lifted and precise, with notes of green apple, pear and white peach woven together with citrus zest, fresh herbs, white pepper and a subtle floral touch. On the palate, it is crisp, elegant and finely structured. Lively acidity carries flavors of juicy orchard fruit, lemon and lime, joined by hints of fennel, wet stone and a gentle spiciness that is so typical of Grüner Veltliner. The mid-palate is both delicate and persistent, leading to a clean, mineral-driven finish. Enjoyable in its youth for its vibrancy and aromatic clarity, this 2023 vintage also has the structure to develop further nuance over the next 3–5 years, gaining a bit more creaminess and complexity with short-term cellaring.

Production
Abbazia di Novacella’s vineyards lie in the cool, high-altitude landscapes of Trentino-Alto Adige, where steep slopes, well-drained glacial and alluvial soils, and significant day–night temperature swings help Grüner Veltliner retain its freshness and aromatic finesse. Grapes for the Praepositus range are typically hand-harvested to ensure careful selection of bunches at optimal ripeness. In the cellar, the must is gently pressed and fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel to preserve the variety’s delicate aromatics and bright fruit, with a period of maturation on fine lees to build texture and complexity without overshadowing the wine’s natural energy.

Food & Serving
This Grüner Veltliner is a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with freshwater and saltwater fish, shellfish, sushi, light poultry dishes, asparagus, spring vegetables, and delicately spiced Asian cuisine. It also complements soft cheeses and vegetable-based starters. Serve well-chilled, ideally around 8–10 °C (46–50 °F), to highlight its freshness and aromatic detail. Decanting is not necessary, but pouring it into a slightly larger white-wine glass and giving it a few minutes in the glass will allow the wine’s subtle herbal and mineral notes to fully unfurl.

Producer
Abbazia di Novacella, located near Bressanone in the Valle Isarco, is one of the oldest active wineries in the world, with viticultural roots dating back to the 12th century. Founded as an Augustinian monastery, the abbey has long been a cultural and agricultural landmark in Alto Adige, playing a key role in shaping the region’s reputation for high-quality, cool-climate wines. Today, Abbazia di Novacella is renowned for its precise, terroir-driven whites from high-altitude vineyards, seamlessly combining centuries of monastic tradition with modern vineyard management and cellar techniques to produce wines that are both authentic and consistently admired among discerning wine drinkers.

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