Structure
Drinking window
Critic scores
No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.
In the glass
Aroma: pink grapefruit, lychee, lime, pineapple, passion fruit, elderflower, wisteria
Palate: elegant, vibrant, well-balanced, crisp acidity, refined texture, long, mineral finish
Conte della Vipera blends fresh, vertical Sauvignon Blanc with soft, tropical Semillon into a vibrant Umbria IGT white.
What it pairs with
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Goat cheese salad
Sauvignon Blanc's freshness cuts the cheese's tang. -
Asparagus risotto
Herbal, grassy notes echo classic Sauvignon pairings. -
Grilled shrimp
Citrus and tropical fruit suit shellfish.
History
Conte della Vipera pairs Sauvignon Blanc with Semillon, an aromatic Umbria IGT blend from Castello della Sala.
Facts
- Producer
- Castello della Sala · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
- Classification
- Umbria IGT
- Oak
- Cool fermentation to preserve aromatics
- Price
- EUR20-28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-6 years from vintage
Frequently asked about Conte della Vipera
What does Conte della Vipera taste like?
Conte della Vipera blends fresh, vertical Sauvignon Blanc with soft, tropical Semillon into a vibrant Umbria IGT white.
When should I drink Conte della Vipera?
The producer's own ageing regime points to a drinking window of 2-6 years from vintage. Decant younger vintages for 30 to 60 minutes before serving.
What food pairs with Conte della Vipera?
Best with Goat cheese salad and Asparagus risotto and Grilled shrimp.