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Praepositus Sylvaner

Abbazia di Novacella

Alto Adige Valle Isarco · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Sylvaner
Country
Italy
Region
Alto Adige Valle Isarco
Appellation
Alto Adige Valle Isarco
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

fish dishes · roast chicken · fresh cheeses · light salads

Rated vintages

  • 201593 pts

    Enticing scents of white spring flower, orchard fruit, Alpine herb and an intriguing whiff of smoke lead the way on this stunning wine. The elegantly structured radiant palate delivers juicy nectarine, creamy pear and sage framed in tangy acidity. A racy mineral vein further lif…

  • 201490 pts

    Aromas of wild herb, citrus, flint and orchard fruit lead the nose on this polished white. The bright palate offers up Bosc pear, sage, energizing mineral and a note of lemon zest. It's well balanced, with crisp acidity.

  • 201389 pts

    Aromas suggest citrus, acacia flower, and hints of vanilla and honey. The creamy palate offers Bartlett pear, sage and lemon drop brightened by fresh acidity.

  • 201288 pts

    Aromas recall fragrant spring flowers, white tree fruit and mineral. The linear palate delivers ripe pear and juicy yellow apple while fragrant herbs and mineral add depth.

  • 201088 pts

    Aromas of honey, passion fruit, peach and natural rubber appear on the nose. There's a soapy, floral element as well but the wine ultimately ends on a dry, crisp note.