{"product_id":"alto-adige-gewurztraminer-doc-praepositus-2023-abbazia-di-novacella","title":"Alto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC 'Praepositus' 2023 - Novacella Abbey","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Alto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC 'Praepositus' 2023 - Abbazia di Novacella?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC 'Praepositus' 2023 - Abbazia di Novacella\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the symbolic wines of South Tyrolean excellence. It originates in the vineyards owned by the monks of Novacella Abbey, in the heart of the Isarco Valley, one of the most suitable areas for aromatic white wines in Trentino-Alto Adige.\nThe grape variety is \u003cstrong\u003eGewürztraminer\u003c\/strong\u003e, a variety that finds its most authentic expression in this area: fragrant, intense, and balanced by a mountain freshness that enhances its character. An \u003cstrong\u003earomatic, fresh, and mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e white wine that combines elegance and depth, best representing the precise and refined style of the historic abbey winery.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2023 vintage in Alto Adige was characterized by a regular climate and balanced temperatures. Spring rains favored harmonious vine development, while the dry and ventilated summer allowed for slow and complete grape ripening. The result is a Gewürztraminer with a clear aromatic profile, excellent concentration, and a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe winemaking of \u003cstrong\u003eAlto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC 'Praepositus' 2023 - Abbazia di Novacella\u003c\/strong\u003e occurs with temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, to preserve the natural aromatic richness of the grape. Subsequently, the wine matures for several months on its lees (a technique that enriches its body and complexity) always in steel tanks, without oak aging, to maintain freshness and varietal typicality.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIn the glass, it presents an intense straw-yellow color, with golden reflections that highlight its richness and maturity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe bouquet is an explosion of varietal aromas: lychee, rose petals, tropical fruit, and sweet spices. An aromatic complexity that captivates from the first approach, balanced by a subtle mineral note reminiscent of the South Tyrolean mountains.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is soft but supported by a lively freshness and a subtle savory vein. The taste shows a perfect balance between aromaticity, structure, and acidity, with a long and clean finish, leaving a pleasant sensation of elegance.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Alto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC 'Praepositus' 2023 - Abbazia di Novacella\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe 'Praepositus' is an extremely versatile wine for food pairing. Its aromaticity and softness make it ideal with spicy and fragrant dishes.\nExcellent with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eappetizers based on smoked fish or shellfish;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emoderately spicy Asian cuisine (such as curries or Thai dishes);\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esoft and medium-aged cheeses;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etraditional South Tyrolean dishes, such as herb dumplings or savory strudel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts structure also allows it to beautifully accompany richer preparations, always remaining harmonious and never overpowering.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Alto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC 'Praepositus' 2023 - Abbazia di Novacella wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo best appreciate it, it is recommended to store this wine in a cool, dark place, with a constant temperature between 10 and 14°C and the bottle lying down, to keep the cork moist.\nAlthough it is an intense and structured white wine, the Gewürztraminer 'Praepositus' expresses its maximum fragrance in the first few years after the vintage. It can evolve pleasantly for \u003cstrong\u003e2-3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing more honeyed and complex nuances, but it is when young that it displays all its lively aromaticity and the typical alpine freshness that distinguishes it.","brand":"Abbazia di Novacella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52414192681299,"sku":"A07-A001-2023-05_D000","price":25.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/alto-adige-gewurztraminer-doc-praepositus-2023-abbazia-di-novacella.jpg?v=1764405704","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/alto-adige-gewurztraminer-doc-praepositus-2023-abbazia-di-novacella","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}