{"product_id":"castello-della-sala-nibbio-della-sala-2022","title":"Castello della Sala Nibbio della Sala 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNibbio della Sala, produced by Castello della Sala, is a still white wine with Indicazione Geografica Tipica from Umbria. Made by enhancing \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, it displays a golden straw yellow hue. On the nose, it offers a defined aromatic profile, where fruity notes intertwine with distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eflintstone notes\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is refined and balanced, supported by a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003emineral imprint\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives depth and continuity to the sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction takes place near Orvieto, close to the Tuscan border. The vineyards are situated between 220 and 470 metres above sea level, benefiting from morning sun and \u003cstrong\u003eoptimal diurnal temperature variations\u003c\/strong\u003e for aromatic development. The vines sink their roots into \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e enriched with marine fossils. This specific geology imparts a clear \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial profile\u003c\/strong\u003e to the wine, reflecting the area's vocation for white grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification, overseen by oenologist Massimiliano Pasquini, aims to preserve the identity of the grape variety and its place of origin. This technical approach ensures an \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e estimated between 10 and 15 years. To fully enhance its natural \u003cstrong\u003egustatory precision\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is recommended to serve at 10-12 °C. The structural balance makes this wine the ideal pairing for dishes based on \u003cstrong\u003elean fish\u003c\/strong\u003e and delicate cheese selections.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1940, the historic Castello della Sala estate, owned by the Antinori family, has demonstrated an extraordinary aptitude for producing great Umbrian white wines. Just a short distance from Orvieto, the \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e destined for Nibbio della Sala grows at altitudes between 220 and 470 metres. Thanks to exposure to the morning sun and ideal temperature variations, the grapes achieve perfect ripeness. Oenologist Massimiliano Pasquini tends vines whose roots delve into \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in fossils, which impart to the wine its unmistakable \u003cstrong\u003emineral character\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances its elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Castello della Sala (Antinori)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46460325920939,"sku":"61217","price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/castello-della-sala-nibbio-della-sala-2022_61217_1_b25c2c27-c937-49ac-8dd0-2818302b5b9b.webp?v=1776442545","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-fi\/products\/castello-della-sala-nibbio-della-sala-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}