Bramito Cervo Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 4 years from the vintage release to capture its vibrant acidity and fresh fruit character.
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Pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, creamy pasta dishes, and grilled or pan-seared white fish.
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Hailing from the historic Castello della Sala estate, a breathtaking medieval fortress built in 1350 and acquired by the Antinori family in 1940, Bramito della Sala (historically known as Bramito del Cervo) is a masterful expression of Umbrian Chardonnay. The wine's name, meaning 'bellow of the stag,' evokes the wild, pristine woodlands surrounding the castle. Crafted from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in vineyards rich in clay and calcareous soils, the wine benefits from the estate's unique microclimate, characterized by cool night breezes and warm days. To preserve its vibrant fruit character and elegant structure, a portion of the must is fermented in French oak barrels where it undergoes malolactic fermentation, while the remainder is fermented in stainless steel. This harmonious blend of techniques yields a wine of remarkable freshness, minerality, and delicate notes of vanilla and tropical fruit, embodying the rich winemaking heritage of the region.
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Tracing its winemaking heritage back to 1385 when Giovanni di Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Winemakers' Guild, Marchesi Antinori has been shaped by twenty-six generations of family leadership. Headquartered in the heart of Chianti Classico, the family has expanded its portfolio across prestigious estates in Tuscany, Umbria, and beyond, driven by a philosophy that balances deep historical respect with bold innovation. Antinori famously pioneered the "Super Tuscan" movement in the 1970s, introducing revolutionary French oak aging and international varieties to create iconic labels like Tignanello and Solaia. Today, their diverse portfolio spans from the elegant Sangiovese of Badia a Passignano to the acclaimed white blend Cervaro della Sala, cementing their legacy as global ambassadors of Italian fine wine.