Product Overview
Winery's Notes
"Castello della Sala is located in the Umbria region, not far from the Tuscan border, about 18 kilometers from the historic city of Orvieto.
The Medieval castle’s property extends over an area of 600 hectares (1482 acres), 229 hectares (495 acres) are planted with vineyards at an altitude that varies between 220 and 470 meters above sea level (722/1541 feet) on the gently rolling hillsides that characterize the beautiful countryside in this area.
San Giovanni comes from Castello della Sala’s vineyards and is made with a blend of Grechetto, Procanico, Pinot Bianco and Viognier, a contemporary representation of Orvieto Classico.
The grapes were brought to the cellar and each individual grape variety was fermented separately to enhance their unique varietal characteristics. Part of the must was cold soaked on the skins for about 6 hours at a controlled temperature of 10 °C (50 °F) and then blended with the other part that was only gently pressed.
The blended must was then transferred into temperature controlled stainless steel tanks where alcoholic fermentation took place at a temperature of 16 °C (61 °F). The wine was left to age on the lees for several months and up until the final blending and bottling to enhance its structure, elegance, and mineral characteristics.
San Giovanni della Sala 2024 is a bright straw yellow color with delicate green hues, a positive indication of its freshness and vibrancy. The nose offers a refined aromatic profile: elegant notes of white flower blossoms are accentuated by fruity hints of white peaches and citrus fruit especially limes and yellow grapefruits. The palate is mouth filling with a well-balanced structure that combines freshness and suppleness. The palate closes with lively acidity and impressions of citrus fruit for an appealing harmonious finish."
Varietal Composition: Grechetto, Procanico, Viognier, Pinot Bianco
Appellation: Orvieto DOC
Aging: Several months on lees in stainless steel tanks
