Abbazia di Novacella
Sauvignon 2025
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Sauvignon |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Aging | 6 months in stainless steel tanks |
- Origin: Still white Alto Adige DOC, 100% Sauvignon Blanc with a typical Alpine character.
- Aromas: Elderflower, blackcurrant and citrus fruits, with a light vegetal hint of green pepper.
- Palate: Lively sip with mineral sapidity and fresh acidity; clean and long-lasting finish.
- Vinification: Fermentation and maturation for 6 months in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts.
- Serving: Serve at 8-10°C. Ideal with fish, sushi and goat's cheeses.
Description
What type of wine it is
The Sauvignon from Abbazia di Novacella is a still white wine with the Alto Adige designation that expresses the pure essence of Sauvignon Blanc. Fermented and matured in stainless steel, the nose opens with clear aromas of elderflower, blackcurrant and citrus fruits, enriched by a delicate vegetal note of green pepper. The flavour profile reveals a lively sip, supported by a crisp acidity and a distinct saline mineral vein. This balanced structure concludes with a clean and persistent finish, confirming the charm of a white wine with a typically Alpine character.
Where it comes from
The grapes are grown in the specialised territories of Alto Adige, distributed between the sunny slopes of the Marklhof farm in Cornaiano and the Bressanone basin. The vineyards, trained using the Guyot system, enjoy excellent exposure and extend across various altitudes, benefiting from a breezy Alpine climate characterised by cool nights. These temperature fluctuations favour the aromatic definition of the Sauvignon Blanc bunches. The roots delve into morainic soils, rich in deposits of mica schist, paragneiss and quartzite. This permeable terroir imparts a savoury texture and a pleasant freshness to the wine.
How it is produced
The vinification aims to preserve the integrity of the varietal aromas from the moment of harvest. Temperature-controlled fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, using exclusively indigenous yeasts to enhance the authenticity of the fruit. Subsequently, the wine matures for around six months in the same containers, a process that keeps the palate tension and aromatic purity intact. The result is a linear and dynamic sip, characterised by a balanced acidity for a markedly fresh finish.
History and curiosities
Founded in 1142, Novacella Abbey carries on a centuries-old monastic heritage that lives on in this fine Sauvignon Alto Adige DOC.
Awards
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2025
90/100
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:
10 - 12 °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 Sauvignon 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still semi-aromatic |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Abbazia di Novacella |
| Story | History and curiosities Founded in 1142, Novacella Abbey carries on a centuries-old monastic heritage that lives on in this fine Sauvignon Alto Adige DOC. |
| Origin | Cornaiano, Appiano (Bolzano), South Tyrol |
| Climate | Breezy alpine climate, with cool mountain nights |
| Soil composition | Silty-sandy gravel of morainic origin |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 6,000 |
| Yield per hectare | 5,500 kg/hectare |
| Harvest | Mid-September |
| Fermentation temperature | Approximately 20 °C |
| Production technique | Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel with natural (indigenous) yeasts |
| Wine making | Vinification and maturation in stainless steel; fermentation at a controlled temperature (approx. 20 °C) with natural/indigenous yeasts; ageing for 6 months in stainless steel tanks. |
| Aging | 6 months in stainless steel tanks |
| Total acidity | 6.0 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 2.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |