{"product_id":"abbazia-di-novacella-schiava-2025","title":"Abbazia di Novacella Schiava 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSchiava from Abbazia di Novacella is a still red wine from Alto Adige with controlled designation of origin. Made from Schiava grapes and matured in steel, it is characterised by a light body and vibrant acidity, making it extremely pleasant and easy to drink. On the nose, it offers a \u003cstrong\u003efruity and fresh bouquet\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched by clear notes of red fruits, violet, and subtle spicy hints. On the palate, it is dry and harmonious, supported by \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a typical and persistent \u003cstrong\u003efinish of bitter almond\u003c\/strong\u003e that highlights its innate elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are located in the Marklhof estate in Cornaiano, in the municipality of Appiano. Here, the vines grow between 350 and 420 metres above sea level, enjoying the cool climate typical of Alto Adige and a northern exposure that favours balanced ripening of the Schiava grapes. The soil is characterised by \u003cstrong\u003epermeable moraine deposits\u003c\/strong\u003e on a porphyritic substrate, a composition that gives the wine a dry and defined character. The \u003cstrong\u003eGuyot\u003c\/strong\u003e training system, with a density of five thousand vines per hectare, ensures a yield of eighty hectolitres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vinification process involves a \u003cstrong\u003efive-day maceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature, ideal for achieving a delicate aromatic extraction. After malolactic fermentation, which gives roundness to the palate, the wine undergoes \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e for six months, preserving the pure varietal aromas of the Schiava. Best served chilled, between 12 and 14°C, it pairs beautifully with the region’s smoked cured meats, white meats, and \u003cstrong\u003edishes with authentic flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e such as rabbit fricassee.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abbey of Novacella has been cultivating vineyards since the 9th century and is recognised as one of the northernmost producers in Italy. Founded in 1142 by the Order of Augustinian Canons Regular, the community supports itself not only by producing wine, but also by growing apples and vegetables, and hosting a small school dedicated to viticulture studies. The winery boasts an international reputation of the highest level, confirmed in 2009 when the renowned Gambero Rosso guide named Celestino Lucin, the abbey's oenologist, as Oenologist of the Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Abbazia di Novacella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46460753772715,"sku":"61244","price":11.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/abbazia-di-novacella-schiava-2025_61244_1_8a9a950c-4289-4e25-b2c5-957d318e0cd4.webp?v=1777882012","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/abbazia-di-novacella-schiava-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}