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Unconditional Satisfaction GuaranteeNo Shipping Fees Above 302 Months to Decide. Returns Simplified.This Schiava (known as Vernatsch in German-speaking Alto Adige) hails from the cool, sunlit slopes around Bressanone, where the high elevation and diurnal temperature swings preserve the grapes natural brightness and aromatics. The 2023 vintage was fermented in stainless steel to retain freshness and bottled early to showcase its pure fruit character. Expect a gentle, low-tannin structure that highlights flavors of tart cherry, pink grapefruit, and soft florals, underpinned by a stony minerality unique to the regions glacially influenced soils. Abbazia di Novacella practices sustainable, low-intervention farming, with an emphasis on biodiversity and preserving the balance of the alpine environment. This Schiava is exceptionally food-friendlyideal with cured meats, alpine cheeses, roast poultry, or earthy vegetable dishes.
Founded in 1142 by Augustinian monks, Abbazia di Novacella is one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the world. Nestled in the northernmost reaches of Alto Adige, the monasterys vineyards thrive at elevations up to 800 meters, where the cool climate fosters precision and finesse in their wines. Still operated by the monks, the estate combines centuries of tradition with modern, sustainable viticulture. Their holistic approach includes organic practices, manual harvesting, and minimal cellar intervention. Renowned for their whites and light reds, Novacellas wines embody purity, history, and a deep sense of placeelegant expressions shaped by both nature and spiritual heritage.
