Marchesi Antinori Castello della Sala 'Cervaro della Sala' Umbria IGT, Italy | 2023 | 750ml

About This Wine

Cervaro della Sala is the flagship white of Castello della Sala, the Antinori family's estate near Orvieto in Umbria. It is mostly Chardonnay with a small share of Grechetto, typically 5% to 10% depending on the vintage. The Chardonnay is fermented in French oak barriques and part of it goes through malolactic fermentation, while the Grechetto does not, which keeps the wine fresh and taut. The wine then rests on its lees for several months before bottling.

Tasting Notes

Critics consistently describe a Burgundian style of white: a flinty, slightly reductive nose, citrus and ripe yellow fruit such as pineapple and apple, and toasty notes of vanilla and hazelnut from the oak. The palate is medium to full bodied with a silky, creamy texture, bright acidity and a long mineral finish. Enjoyable on release, it can also age for a decade or more.

Food Pairing

Mushroom risotto, grilled or baked fish, lobster and shellfish.