Muffato della Sala
A fascinating wine, produced in very small quantities and only in those vintages where the conditions are optimal for the development of noble rot. The 2018 Muffato della Sala presents a luminous and intense golden yellow color. The nose is delicate and elegant with aromas of ripe fruit, apricots and peaches, harmoniously fused with floral hints, citrus fruits, and light salty sensations. The palate confirms and fully brings out the sensations of the nose, and shows a notable balance between freshness and sweetness with a long finish and aftertaste as well. A blend of Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Sauvignon, Sémillon and Grechetto, it is ideal with most desserts, especially Pannacotta.
Castello della Sala (Antinori)
One of the most imposing pieces of military architecture in Umbria, the Castello della Sala was built in the 14th century by the Monaldeschi family. The terroir around the castle is exceptional for producing white varieties. The vines grow in clay and calcareous based soils, rich in fossil shells. The exposure guarantees plenty of sunlight while the altitude and inland location ensures a good variation in temperature between day and night. Lower, more humid elevations allow for the formation of Botrytis Cinerea (noble rot), and thus the production of Italy’s most famous Sauternes-style dessert wine: Muffato della Sala.
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Muffato della Sala
A fascinating wine, produced in very small quantities and only in those vintages where the conditions are optimal for the development of noble rot. The 2018 Muffato della Sala presents a luminous and intense golden yellow color. The nose is delicate and elegant with aromas of ripe fruit, apricots and peaches, harmoniously fused with floral hints, citrus fruits, and light salty sensations. The palate confirms and fully brings out the sensations of the nose, and shows a notable balance between freshness and sweetness with a long finish and aftertaste as well. A blend of Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Sauvignon, Sémillon and Grechetto, it is ideal with most desserts, especially Pannacotta.
One of the most imposing pieces of military architecture in Umbria, the Castello della Sala was built in the 14th century by the Monaldeschi family. The terroir around the castle is exceptional for producing white varieties. The vines grow in clay and calcareous based soils, rich in fossil shells. The exposure guarantees plenty of sunlight while the altitude and inland location ensures a good variation in temperature between day and night. Lower, more humid elevations allow for the formation of Botrytis Cinerea (noble rot), and thus the production of Italy’s most famous Sauternes-style dessert wine: Muffato della Sala.
