Antinori Castello Della Sala Estate Bramito Chardonnay IGT 2024

Castello della Sala Bramìto della Sala Chardonnay is a white from Umbria, made at the Antinori estate that did much to prove central Italy could take Chardonnay seriously.

Castello della Sala is a fourteenth-century castle set in the hills above Orvieto, and has been in Antinori hands since 1940. The estate made its name with Cervaro della Sala, the barrel-fermented Chardonnay that helped establish a fine white wine culture in a country then known almost entirely for its reds. Bramìto is the estate's other Chardonnay, drawn from the same volcanic and clay soils at altitude, fermented and matured in part in French oak with the balance handled in stainless steel. It carries the house approach at a more everyday scale, and is made in far greater quantity than its senior partner. The name refers to the belling of the stag, an animal long associated with the estate.

Serve well chilled with roast chicken, veal, or richer fish dishes such as turbot or monkfish.

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Type: White Wine
Style: Full-Bodied, Elegant, Fresh
Grape Varietal: Chardonnay
Tastes Like: Comparable to a premium lightly oaked Chardonnay, but fresher and more restrained
Alcohol Percentage: 13%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Umbria IGT
Region: Umbria, Italy
Terroir: Clay and limestone soils with excellent drainage
Aging: Fermented and aged in oak barrels for added complexity
Serving Temperature: 10-12°C – Serve chilled

Antinori’s Castello della Sala is one of the most esteemed wineries in Umbria, blending tradition with innovation to craft world-class white wines. Nestled in the rolling hills near Orvieto, the estate is renowned for its elegant and terroir-driven expressions of Chardonnay. Bramito is a stunning introduction to the estate’s winemaking philosophy, balancing freshness with subtle oak influence to create a wine of finesse and depth.

Seafood: Grilled prawns, scallops in a citrus butter sauce, or pan-seared salmon.
Poultry: Roast chicken with lemon and herbs or turkey breast with a light cream sauce.
Vegetarian: Asparagus risotto, zucchini carpaccio, or mushroom quiche.
Light Dishes: Bruschetta with ricotta and honey, or a summer citrus salad.

Pecorino Toscano: Aged and slightly nutty, complementing the wine’s freshness.
Fontina: Smooth and creamy, pairing well with the wine’s structure.
Brie: Soft and mild, allowing the Chardonnay’s complexity to shine.
Parmigiano Reggiano: Aged and umami-rich, enhancing the wine’s elegant notes.

Pollo al Limone (Lemon Roast Chicken)

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (about 1.5kg)
• 2 lemons, sliced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup dry white wine

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Rub the chicken inside and out with olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff the cavity with lemon slices and place additional slices under the skin.
4. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and pour the white wine over it.
5. Roast for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices.
6. Let rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Tip: Serve with roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.