{"product_id":"castello-della-sala-orvieto-classico-superiore-san-giovanni-della-sala-2025","title":"Castello della Sala Orvieto Classico Superiore San Giovanni della Sala 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSan Giovanni della Sala from Castello della Sala is an Umbrian white wine that elegantly captures the essence of Orvieto Classico Superiore. This \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e combines Grechetto and Procanico grapes with Pinot Blanc and Viognier, vinified in steel and matured on the lees, resulting in a dry and enveloping sip. It appears a straw yellow colour, revealing on the nose a clear bouquet of white flowers, ripe peach and citrus fruits. On the palate, the \u003cstrong\u003elively freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e harmonises with a soft structure, supported by a \u003cstrong\u003edistinct mineral streak\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives the wine a pleasant and lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt originates from the Umbrian vineyards of \u003cstrong\u003eCastello della Sala\u003c\/strong\u003e, a historic estate located near Orvieto. The vines grow on breezy slopes exposed to the morning sun, at an altitude between 220 and 470 metres, benefiting from a temperature range that defines the aromatic profile of the grapes. The terroir boasts \u003cstrong\u003emarine-origin sediments\u003c\/strong\u003e, with clay and limestone soils rich in fossilised shells, key elements for the wine's savouriness. The estate is centred around an ancient \u003cstrong\u003efourteenth-century medieval fortress\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, a \u003cstrong\u003eseparate vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e is carried out to enhance the character of each variety. Part of the must undergoes cold maceration on the skins for about six hours, then joins the juice obtained from gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature. The subsequent \u003cstrong\u003ematuration on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e for several months is a crucial step, enriching the structure, aromatic elegance and overall balance before the final blending.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSan Giovanni della Sala has been produced since 1990 on the land adjacent to Castello della Sala, an ancient medieval castle built in 1350 by supporters who came to Italy with Charlemagne with the aim of conquering Orvieto. In 1940, the Antinori family decided to purchase and restore the fortress, doing so without damaging the historic cellar, which had existed since the 16th century and is located in the underground chambers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Castello della Sala (Antinori)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47140844503211,"sku":"61751","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/castello-della-sala-orvieto-classico-superiore-san-giovanni-della-sala-2025_61751_1_acd358ff-705d-4d52-bf36-4b5375abcc95.webp?v=1781277608","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-dk\/products\/castello-della-sala-orvieto-classico-superiore-san-giovanni-della-sala-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}