Castello della Sala Conte della Vipera 2025

Castello della Sala Conte della Vipera 2025 is an elegant Umbrian white wine that combines the vibrant aromatics of Sauvignon Blanc with the texture and refinement of Sémillon. Created at Antinori’s historic Castello della Sala estate, it has been produced since 1997 as a tribute to the Monaldeschi della Vipera family, the estate’s former owners.

Tasting Notes
Bright and fresh in appearance, the wine opens with expressive aromas of pink grapefruit, lychee, elderflower and delicate aromatic herbs. On the palate, it is supple yet well structured, with lively acidity and a pronounced mineral character shaped by the estate’s fossil-rich soils. Citrus and ripe fruit flavours lead into a clean, persistent finish with an elegant saline edge. Its freshness makes it particularly appealing in its youth, when the aromatic fruit, energy and mineral precision are at their most expressive. Enjoy it chilled for its vibrant character and refreshing finish.

Production
The grapes are sourced from Castello della Sala’s vineyards near Orvieto, situated at 250–350 metres above sea level on clay and limestone soils rich in marine fossil deposits. Sauvignon Blanc is harvested by hand from August, followed by Sémillon in September. The grapes are immediately cooled and gently pressed before the must is naturally clarified. Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at low temperatures, with malolactic fermentation avoided to preserve the wine’s aromatic freshness. Further maturation in steel maintains its linearity, tension and balance.

Food & Serving
Conte della Vipera is an excellent match for raw shellfish, oysters, prawns, ceviche and other delicate seafood dishes. Its acidity and mineral character also complement fresh cheeses, light salads and simply prepared fish. Serve well chilled at approximately 8–10°C. Decanting is not necessary, although a few minutes in the glass will allow its floral and citrus aromas to unfold.

Producer
Castello della Sala is Antinori’s renowned estate in Umbria, located a few kilometres from Orvieto and celebrated for its distinctive white wines. The property’s vineyards benefit from elevated sites, cool conditions and soils marked by marine fossils, which lend the wines their characteristic mineral energy. Conte della Vipera was first created in 1997 and takes its name from the historic Monaldeschi della Vipera family; its label features a detailed depiction of the 13th-century San Giovanni chapel located on the estate.

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