- 100% Sauvignon grown in gravelly soils with marinal deposits
- Fermentation in stainless steel tanks and large oak barrels using natural yeasts
- Maturation period: 6 months in stainless steel tanks
- 3,000 cases produced annually
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2023
Country:
Italy
Region:
Trentino/Alto Adige
Appellation:
Alto Adige DOC
Variety:
Sauvignon Blanc
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-NOV-05-23 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
91
Date
2024-05-09
"Green mangoes and papayas on the nose as well as gooseberries and blackcurrants. It's full-bodied and tropical, but more on the green fruit side and with good restraint. Delicious now."
Kerin O'Keefe
Score
90
Date
2024-07-01
"Elderflower, crushed tomato vine and citrus aromas mingle with sage on this lovely white. Showing restrained elegance, the vibrant palate offers tangy grapefruit, gooseberry and pineapple alongside crisp acidity. Abv: 13% Kerin O'Keefe July 2024"
VinePair
Score
90
Date
2024-03-20
"Abbazia was founded in the town of Novacella in 1142 by the Augustinian Order of Canons Regular. The Augustinian Abbey currently works with about 200 acres of vines to craft wines that deliver great quality for the price. This Sauvignon Blanc has delightful aromas of freshly cut grass and citrus and the palate brings soft notes of peaches, grapefruit, and herbs. The acidity adds great structure, balanced by a slight roundness on the palate."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2022
VinePair
Score
94
Date
2023-07-06
"Abbazia di Novacella (the Abbey of the town of Novacella) has been producing wine since the 12th century in the region of Alto Adige in northern Italy. The Augustinian monks who steward the abbey farm vines as well as other crops, since their vows allow them to work to make a living. But make no mistake, wine is the main focus here, with an oenology school on the property as well as their in-house oenologist who was named winemaker of the year in 2009 by the Gambero Rosso (an authority in wine in Italy). They make wonderful wines at a price that makes no sense, but is wholly welcome, based on quality. This Sauvignon shows this. The nose is inviting with waxy citrus and lemongrass, maybe some fresh sliced pear. The palate is perfectly balanced for the grape in this place on this planet. This is weeknight gold."
2022
Kerin O'Keefe
Score
92
Date
2023-08-23
"Grapefruit, crushed tomato vine and yellow stone fruit aromas follow over to the smooth, savory palate along with pineapple and honeydew melon. It has a creamy texture lifted by tangy acidity. "
2022
James Suckling
Score
91
Date
2023-06-14
"Fragrant and intense nose of green pears, guava, sweet basil and sugar snaps. It,s creamy and fruity with a medium to full body. Lovely ripe tropical and green fruit. Drink now."
2021
James Suckling
Score
91
Date
2022-07-07
2021
Wine Enthusiast
Score
90
Date
2022-07-12
2020
Wine Enthusiast
Score
95
Date
2021-09-01
2020
James Suckling
Score
91
Date
2021-05-13