What kind of wine is Alto Adige Kerner 2024 - Abbazia di Novacella?

The Alto Adige Kerner 2024 - Abbazia di Novacella is a fresh and aromatic white wine, an authentic expression of Alto Adige and the centuries-old winemaking tradition of the Abbazia di Novacella. Kerner is a grape variety born from the cross between Riesling and Schiava Grossa, capable of offering fragrant, mineral, and lively wines. The vines grow on high-altitude terrains, where the temperature excursion between day and night enhances the aromas, acidity, and purity of the fruit. The result is a modern, fragrant, and well-balanced mountain white wine.

Vintage details

The 2024 vintage in Alto Adige was characterized by a mild spring and a balanced summer, with warm days and cool nights. The Kerner grapes reached optimal ripeness, maintaining a distinct natural acidity and intense aromas. The climatic conditions ensured a regular harvest and healthy grapes, favoring extraordinary aromatic precision in the glass.

Winemaking and aging

For the Alto Adige Kerner 2024 - Abbazia di Novacella, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. This choice, typical of the Abbey's style, best preserves the fruit's fragrance and varietal freshness. The wine does not undergo wood aging but refines for several months on its lees, thus developing greater complexity and softness without losing its characteristic immediate vitality.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, it presents a brilliant straw yellow color with greenish reflections, a sign of youth and freshness.

Nose

On the nose, it offers intense and typical varietal aromas: green apple, white peach, citrus, and a delicate floral note. Hints of alpine herbs and a subtle mineral nuance also emerge, telling the story of its mountain terroir.

Palate

On the palate, it is fresh, savory, and well-balanced. The distinct minerality and lively acidity accompany an agile and harmonious sip, ending with a clean and slightly citrusy finish. A white wine that wins you over with its immediacy and drinkability.

Food Pairings with Alto Adige Kerner 2024 - Abbazia di Novacella

This white wine is extremely versatile at the table. Its fresh and aromatic notes make it perfect for light and flavorful dishes such as:

• Fish-based appetizers or grilled vegetables
• Seafood salads and crustaceans
• First courses with aromatic herbs or speck
• Fresh mountain cheeses

Also ideal as an aperitif, the Alto Adige Kerner 2024 - Abbazia di Novacella is suitable for many convivial occasions, especially in warmer seasons.

Storage and Aging: How to store Alto Adige Kerner 2024 - Abbazia di Novacella wine

This Kerner best expresses its vibrancy in its early years. To fully appreciate its fragrance, it is recommended to consume it within 2-3 years of the vintage. It should be stored in a cool, dark place, with a constant temperature between 10 and 14 °C and the bottle laid horizontally to keep the cork moist and better preserve the aromas. A young, fragrant, and authentic wine, perfect for those who love fresh white wines from Alto Adige.