The Muffato della Sala di Castello della Sala was obtained from Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Sauvigon Blanc, Sémillon and Grechetto grapes grown on the Castello della Sala estate. The vineyards of origin insist on clayey soils, rich in marine fossils, at an altitude between 200 and 450 metres above sea level. The harvest was carried out late, on clusters naturally attacked by noble rot (created by the Botrytis Cinerea mushroom) capable of providing the fruits with a unique aromatic outfit. After harvesting and further sorting in the cellar, the grapes were pressed (without destemming) and subjected to pressing. During the vinification, the alcoholic fermentation took place for 18 days at a temperature of 17° C. Before bottling, Castello della Sala's Muffato della Sala Umbria IGT 2015 was aged for 6 months in French oak Alliers and Troncais barriques and for a further 24 months in stainless steel.

MUFFATO DELLA SALA ANTINORI CASTELLO DELLA SALA: TASTING

The Muffato della Sala di Castello della Sala is presented in a glass with a luminous golden yellow colour. On the nose, it releases enveloping aromas of apricot and candied yellow fruit that intertwine with hints of white flowers and delicate notes of Mediterranean citrus honey. The sip is soft and pleasant, enhanced by an excellent balance between acidity and sweetness. At the table, it goes well with blue cheeses as well as dry pastries and party desserts and cakes and pies based on fruit and custard.