Kerner "Praepositus" Alto Adige DOC 2022

If you have never had the opportunity to taste a Kerner, this is the time to do it. The one offered here by Abbazia di Novacella is, in fact, simply 'scholastic'. In the sense that it is perfectly representative of the type. But what is Kerner? A semi-aromatic white grape variety, Kerner is traditionally grown in cold regions. In particular in Germany and Austria. In Italy, as you would expect, it is best found at the foot of the Alps, particularly in Alto Adige, where it is also used to produce DOC wines. Like this Alto Adige Valle Isarco. In the glass it has a beautiful golden yellow colour with evident greenish reflections. On the nose it is easy to pick out its distinct aromaticity, with notes of ripe peach and apricot. Then orange peel, ginger and elderflower. In the mouth, however, it is described as 'juicy' and powerful, with delicate sweet and fruity notes on the finish. A wine destined to become a favourite with many wine lovers. Perfect as an aperitif, perhaps accompanied by a nice board of speck and cheese, thanks to its natural freshness, it requires pairings with a slight fatty component. Excellent with gnocchi with cheese, it is the wine to open if you are working with duck in the kitchen.