Umbria Bianco IGT Cervaro della Sala Castello della Sala 2023 Marchesi Antinori

Description

Umbria Bianco IGT Cervaro della Sala 2023 Castello della Sala – Marchesi Antinori

The 2023 Cervaro della Sala , produced at the prestigious Castello della Sala estate of the Marchesi Antinori family , is a white wine of extraordinary elegance and complexity, considered one of the symbols of contemporary Italian winemaking. It has a brilliant straw yellow color and a broad bouquet, revealing notes of ripe citrus, white flowers, toasted hazelnut, and vanilla , accompanied by a subtle minerality that enhances its freshness. On the palate, it is structured, creamy, and harmonious , with a long, savory finish that perfectly reflects the Umbrian terroir.

Winemaking Method

The Chardonnay and Grechetto grapes are hand-picked in the early morning to preserve their integrity and aromatic freshness. After a brief cold maceration , the must ferments in French oak barriques , where the wine ages for approximately 5 months , partially undergoing malolactic fermentation. It then ages in the bottle for at least 10 months before being released, acquiring elegance and complexity.

Conservation and Maturation

Store in a cool , dark place at a constant temperature. Cervaro della Sala best expresses its finesse between 3 and 7 years after bottling. Serve at 10–12°C , the ideal temperature to appreciate its structure and delicate aromatic nuances.

Awards and Prizes 2024/2025

• Wine Spectator 2024: 95 points

• James Suckling 2024: 96 points

• Decanter World Wine Awards 2025: Medaglia d’Oro

• Gambero Rosso 2025: Three Glasses

Food Pairings

• Raw fish and fish tartare

• Shellfish and refined seafood dishes

• Seafood risotto

• Mature and soft cheeses

Technical Data Sheet

• Grape varieties: Chardonnay (85%), Grechetto (15%)

• Alcohol content: 13%

• Production area: Umbria, Castello della Sala

• Denomination: IGT Umbria Bianco

• Aging: 5 months in French oak barriques, 10 months in bottle