Abbazia di Novacella
Kerner 2025
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Valle Isarco Kerner |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Kerner |
| Aging | Aged for 6 months in stainless steel. |
- Alpine origin: Vineyards at 600-900m in Bressanone, Valle Isarco DOC
- Vinification in steel: Controlled fermentation and 6 months' maturation in stainless steel
- Aromas: Notes of peach, apricot, mandarin, green apple and subtle resinous hints
- Savoury and mineral taste: Freshness and juiciness, with a persistent finish and mineral aftertaste
- Details and serving: Vintage 2025, 13.5% vol, 0.75 litre bottle; serving temperature 8–12°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Abbazia di Novacella Kerner is a still white wine from Alto Adige that expresses the identity of the Isarco Valley. Made from Kerner grapes, it reveals a clear profile, enhanced by ageing in stainless steel tanks. On the nose, it offers a floral bouquet intertwined with notes of peach, apricot, mandarin and green apple, with light resinous nuances. On the palate, it is savoury and juicy, displaying a balanced structure that leads the sip towards a persistent mineral finish.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in the picturesque basin of Bressanone, between the municipalities of Varna and Naz-Sciaves. The vineyards are situated at altitude, between 600 and 900 metres above sea level, benefiting from optimal exposures for balanced ripening. The roots delve into morainic soils, permeable and composed of mica schist, paragneiss and quartzite. The altitude and the significant temperature variation give the wine its distinct aromatic precision, imparting a clear territorial character and a pleasant freshness to the palate.
How it is produced
The management of the vineyards, trained using the Guyot system, follows meticulous sustainable practices. The bunches are carefully selected and hand-picked to ensure perfect integrity. In the winery, fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature, followed by six months of ageing in stainless steel to preserve the varietal fragrance. The harmony between the residual sugar and the excellent total acidity, supported by a solid dry extract, ensures a long-lasting taste persistence.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1142 near Bressanone, the Abbazia di Novacella boasts a winemaking tradition spanning almost nine centuries. This prestigious Kerner is produced from high-altitude vineyards, cultivated between 600 and 900 metres in the enchanting Isarco Valley and expertly harvested by hand. Under the guidance of oenologist Celestino Lucin, the winery expresses an elegant Alpine identity, widely acclaimed by international critics. Each bottle encapsulates a profound sustainable monastic tradition, offering a sip that reflects the authentic essence of South Tyrol.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 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 Kerner 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Kerner |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Abbazia di Novacella |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1142 near Bressanone, the Abbazia di Novacella boasts a winemaking tradition spanning almost nine centuries. This prestigious Kerner is produced from high-altitude vineyards, cultivated between 600 and 900 metres in the enchanting Isarco Valley and expertly harvested by hand. Under the guidance of oenologist Celestino Lucin, the winery expresses an elegant Alpine identity, widely acclaimed by international critics. Each bottle encapsulates a profound sustainable monastic tradition, offering a sip that reflects the authentic essence of South Tyrol. |
| Origin | Bressanone Basin (Bressanone, Varna and Naz-Sciaves) |
| Climate | Altitude: 650-800 m a.s.l. Exposure: South, South-East, South-West. |
| Soil composition | Permeable moraine deposits, composed of mica schist, paragneiss and quartzite. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 6000-7000 |
| Yield per hectare | 70 hectolitres per hectare |
| Production technique | Fermentation and maturation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; ageing for 6 months in stainless steel |
| Wine making | Fermentation and maturation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature to preserve freshness and aroma; ageing for 6 months in stainless steel. |
| Aging | Aged for 6 months in stainless steel. |
| Total acidity | 7.2 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 3.9 gr/L |
| Dry extract | 21.1 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |