Abbazia Sauvignon 2024

At Abbazia di Novacella, located in the northernmost reaches of Italy near the Austrian border, Augustinian monks have been tending vines for nearly a millennium. While the abbey itself is ancient, the 2024 Sauvignon is anything but dusty—it’s a vibrant, high-altitude expression of one of the world’s most beloved grapes.

Grown in the gravelly, mineral-rich soils of the Valle Isarco, this is Sauvignon Blanc with an Alpine soul. Unlike the tropical, fruit-forward styles often found in warmer climates, this wine is defined by its precision and nerve.

The cool nights of the Alto Adige preserve a racy acidity that carries flavors of green apple, white peach, and a touch of flinty minerality through a long, clean finish. It’s a sophisticated, refreshing bottle that reminds us why this region remains the gold standard for Italian whites.