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: white flowers, white peach, lime, yellow grapefruit
Palate: balances freshness with softness, pleasantly persistent finish
San Giovanni Della Sala is Castello della Sala's contemporary Orvieto Classico Superiore, blending Grechetto and Procanico with Pinot Bianco and Viognier.
What it pairs with
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Umbrian cheese platter
A classic Orvieto match for a mixed board. -
Fried river fish
Traditional pairing for the historic Orvieto style. -
Light pasta with vegetables
Freshness balances a lighter first course.
History
San Giovanni Della Sala represents Castello della Sala's modern interpretation of the historic Orvieto Classico style.
Facts
- Producer
- Castello della Sala · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Grechetto, Procanico, Pinot Bianco, Viognier
- Classification
- Orvieto Classico Superiore DOC
- Oak
- Steel fermentation, contemporary take on the classic style
- Price
- EUR16-22 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-5 years from vintage
Frequently asked about San Giovanni Della Sala
What does San Giovanni Della Sala taste like?
San Giovanni Della Sala is Castello della Sala's contemporary Orvieto Classico Superiore, blending Grechetto and Procanico with Pinot Bianco and Viognier.
When should I drink San Giovanni Della Sala?
The producer's own ageing regime points to a drinking window of 2-5 years from vintage. Decant younger vintages for 30 to 60 minutes before serving.
What food pairs with San Giovanni Della Sala?
Best with Umbrian cheese platter and Fried river fish and Light pasta with vegetables.