The winery
Abbazia Novacella
Historic monastic winery of Novacella Abbey, located in the Isarco Valley near Bressanone, particularly renowned for its high‑altitude white wines and its centuries‑old winemaking tradition. (https://www.kloster-neustift.it/it/)
- Alto Adige (Valle Isarco) · Italia
- Since 1142
- 5 products
The story
The winemaking presence of the Abbazia di Novacella is documented since the Middle Ages; the monastic complex was founded in 1142, and for centuries the canons have cultivated and vinified grapes in the Isarco Valley, developing a production tied to their religious vocation, local culture and economy.
Production philosophy
The winery blends monastic tradition with modern practices: showcasing the region and alpine terroir, prioritizing quality over quantity, and careful winemaking to preserve the wines' freshness, minerality and longevity.
Terroir and vineyards
Production is rooted in the Valle Isarco in the municipality of Varna/Novacella, with high-altitude vineyards characterized by pronounced diurnal temperature swings and glacial and moraine-derived soils that favor aromatic, mineral white wines.
Awards and recognition
The winery and individual wines of the Praepositus line have received national and international recognition. Sensory evaluations and specific awards are documented in public sources.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sylvaner
- Müller-Thurgau
- Kerner
- Grüner Veltliner
- Pinot Grigio
- Riesling
- Gewürztraminer
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Schiava (Vernatsch)
- Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir)
- Lagrein
- Moscato Rosa
What makes it distinctive
- The abbey’s documented foundation dates back to 1142; the winery has been active for centuries.
- A strong focus on high-altitude white wines typical of the Valle Isarco.
- The production lines include the Classica range and the Praepositus excellence line.
- On-site wine shop and online store associated with the Abbey; visits and tastings available.
- Indigenous and international grape varieties cultivated in the area's vineyards and on associated estates.
