The base wine for our sparkling wine is made using Chardonnay grapes the finest locations around the village St. Pauls. These vineyards stand on a moraine, high above the village, known for its elevated lime stone content and intense temperature fluctuations day to night. The PRAECLARUS Cuvée St. Pauls Brut is then matured for 48 months on fine lees in a bunker the Second World War, at a constant temperature of 12 º. All of these factors combine to create a wine that is fruity, juicy and complex.
ORIGIN: St. Pauls
METHOD OF PRODUCTION: fermentation in the bottle
MINIMUM AGING: 48 months on the lees
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Chardonnay
FLAVOUR: Brut (5.7 g/l residual sugar)
ALCOHOL: 12.5% vol.
RECOMMENDATION: aperitif and dinner accompaniment
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 4° C
Allergic-Info: This wine can contain sulfites Alcoholic content: 12.50 % Falstaff: 93 of 100 Points. "Falstaff" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.10.2020 with 93 of 100 points. "Brillantes Hellgold. Duftet in der Nase komplex und fein, nach zartem Holzeinsatz, Rauch, satte Ananas, Mango, Banane, salziger Unterton. Am Gaumen ebenso golden, spannt ein tolles Kleid auf, präsenter Perlage begleitet den zarten Schmelz, saftig und geradlinig." Falstaff: 91 of 100 Points. "Falstaff" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.11.2019 with 91 of 100 points. "Leuchtendes, intensives Strohgelb. In der Nase betont fruchtig, nach frischer Zuckermelone und weißem Pfirsich, im Nachhall nach Birne. Am Gaumen saftig und mit angenehmer Frische, spannt sich schön auf, leicht salzig, im Finale abermals fruchtbetont." 5StarWines - the Book - Vinitaly: 91 of 100 Points. "5StarWines - the Book - Vinitaly" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.04.2017 with 91 of 100 points. Wine Enthusiast: 90 of 100 Points. "Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.01.2013 with 90 of 100 points.
Falstaff:
93 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.10.2020 with 93 of 100 points.
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.11.2019 with 91 of 100 points.
5StarWines - the Book - Vinitaly:
"5StarWines - the Book - Vinitaly" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.04.2017 with 91 of 100 points.
Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Kellerei St. Pauls 'Praeclarus' Brut Alto Adige" on 01.01.2013 with 90 of 100 points.
The St. Pauls Winery, also known as Cantina San Paolo, is a renowned winegrowing cooperative in the heart of South Tyrol, Italy. The winery was founded in 1907 by 23 winegrowers who joined forces to jointly market their wines. Today, the cooperative has more than 200 members and cultivates a total of around 190 hectares of vineyards. The St. Pauls Winery is known for its high-quality wines made the region's indigenous grape varieties such as Vernatsch, Lagrein and Gewürztraminer, but also international varieties such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot. The winery's vineyards are located at an altitude of 250 to 750 metres above sea level and benefit the region's climatic conditions, which are characterised by mild temperatures, plenty of sunshine and cool nights. A special focus of the St. Pauls Winery is on sustainable wine production. The cooperative has committed itself to the guiding principle of "quality instead of quantity" and relies on careful cultivation of the vineyards in order to conserve natural resources and minimise environmental pollution. Modern technologies are also used to ensure gentle winemaking. The wines of the St. Pauls Winery are award-winning and attract international attention. Particularly noteworthy are the Gewürztraminer, which is considered one of the best in all of South Tyrol, and the Pinot Noir, which is considered one of the best in Italy. The wines of the St. Pauls Winery are characterised by a fine balance of fruitiness and elegance and stand out for their high quality and authenticity. Overall, the St. Pauls Winery is one of the leading winegrowing cooperatives in South Tyrol and stands for high-quality wines that are characterised by the diversity and beauty of the region. With its commitment to sustainability and gentle wine production, the winery also sets an example for environmental protection and responsible agriculture.
