Castello della SalaMuffato della Sala IGT 2020 (Half Litre)

Product code: 19089
£40.50 inc VAT
£243.00 / case of 6
Italy
Sweet Wine from
Umbria, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Umbria
Type
Type: Sweet Wine
Winery
Winery: Castello della Sala
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12%
Volume
Volume: 500 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Renzo Cotarella
Grape
Grape: Grechetto, Sauvignon Blanc
Grape: Sauvignon Blanc, Grechetto, Gewurztraminer, Semillon, Riesling
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Umbria
Type
Type: Sweet Wine
Winery
Winery: Castello della Sala
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12%
Volume
Volume: 500 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Renzo Cotarella
Grape
Grape: Grechetto, Sauvignon Blanc
Grape: Sauvignon Blanc, Grechetto, Gewurztraminer, Semillon, Riesling

Product Notes

Castello della Sala Muffato della Sala IGT wine is a splendid blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Grechetto, and other varieties. Produced in Umbria, Italy, it displays a rich straw yellow colour. The aromatic bouquet abounds with hints of citrus, exotic fruits, saffron, and vanilla, presenting a captivating olfactory experience. On the palate, it combines a refreshing acidity with creamy, honeyed undertones, achieving a beautifully balanced taste. Ageing in oak barrels imbues an added complexity to its character. Renowned for its elegance and intricacy, this wine is perfect for celebrating occasions and pairing with various cuisines.

About the Winery

Castello della Sala

Nestled majestically in the rolling hills of Umbria, Italy, you'll find the stunning Castello della Sala winery. This grandiose winery is steeped in history, boasting intricate architectural designs that point to its origins in the 14th century.

Fascinatingly, it's owned by the globally-renowned Italian winemaking family, the Antinoris. Their rich heritage, dating back six centuries, has significantly shaped the culture and quality of the vineyard's wines. Several wine varieties, notably the elegant and crisp Cervaro della Sala, have gone on to win prestigious international awards.

Situated not far from the historic town of Orvieto, the winery benefits from an idyllic climate and geography. Distinct weather patterns, combined with rich and varying soil compositions, impart unique flavours and characteristics to the vineyard's grapes. This, in turn, ensures that each bottle of Castello della Sala wine delivers an unrepeatable and delightful sensory experience.

Spanning an impressive 500 hectares, this vast winery beautifully interweaves nature with sophisticated winemaking techniques, Each season uncovers a new blanket of colours and scents that breathe life into the winery, contributing to the finesse and quality of the wines produced.

As well as delivering a stunning selection of wines, the Castello della Sala winery provides tourists with a captivating insight into its rich heritage and winemaking processes. Guided tours offer guests the opportunity to explore the medieval castle, the state-of-the-art cellars, and the fragrant vineyards, while the attentive staff share their passion for viticulture and oenology.

In summing, Castello della Sala winery is a fascinating blend of history, tradition and innovation; both a living testament to Italy's winemaking legacy and a pioneer in contemporary techniques. A visit there, either in person or through the medium of a fine bottle of wine, is rewarding indeed.

https://www.antinori.it/en/tenuta/estates-antinori/castello-della-sala-estate

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