BRAMITO CHARDONNAY 2023

BRAMÌTO DELLA SALA CHARDONNAY 2023

Style
An elegant and refined expression of 100% Chardonnay, Bramìto della Sala is crafted by Marchesi Antinori at the historic Castello della Sala estate in Umbria. Fermented partly in stainless steel and partly in French oak, it strikes a beautiful balance between vibrant fruit, subtle creaminess and mineral precision. Often considered the younger sibling to the iconic Cervaro della Sala, Bramìto offers exceptional sophistication and outstanding value.

Region
Umbria IGT, Italy

Grape Variety

• 100% Chardonnay

Tasting Profile

Nose
Bright and expressive, with aromas of Golden Delicious apple, hawthorn blossom and lemon pastry cream, layered with delicate notes of vanilla, biscuit and a subtle mineral character that reflects the fossil-rich soils of Castello della Sala.

Palate
Fresh, vibrant and beautifully balanced, revealing flavours of crisp apple, ripe pear, citrus zest and white peach. A creamy texture from the oak-fermented portion is complemented by lively acidity and a distinct saline minerality, creating a wine of remarkable elegance and precision.

Structure

• Body: Medium-bodied
• Acidity: Bright and refreshing
• Texture: Silky and creamy with excellent freshness
• Oak: Partial fermentation in French oak with partial malolactic fermentation
• Alcohol: 12.5% ABV

Finish
Long, clean and persistent, with lingering notes of citrus, fresh almonds, delicate pastry and a beautifully defined mineral freshness.

Summary

Bramìto della Sala 2023 is a superb expression of Umbrian Chardonnay, combining purity of fruit with restrained oak influence and remarkable finesse. Produced from vineyards surrounding the medieval Castello della Sala, its vibrant acidity, creamy texture and elegant mineral character make it one of Italy's finest premium Chardonnays and an outstanding introduction to the renowned white wines of Antinori.

Vintage & Production Notes

The 2023 growing season featured a mild winter followed by a wetter-than-average spring, replenishing soil moisture and encouraging slow vine development. Warm summer days with cool nights allowed for gradual ripening, preserving freshness while achieving excellent aromatic concentration. After a short cold maceration, the juice was fermented partly in stainless steel and partly in oak at controlled temperatures. Only the oak-fermented lots underwent malolactic fermentation before the final blend was assembled and bottled.

Drinking Window

Drink: Now–2032

Already beautifully expressive, the 2023 vintage has the balance and structure to develop additional complexity over the next 7–9 years under ideal cellaring conditions.

Food Pairing

A versatile Chardonnay that pairs beautifully with:

• Butter-poached lobster
• Grilled prawns and scallops
• Roast chicken with herbs
• Creamy mushroom risotto
• Fresh pasta with truffle
• Grilled sea bass or turbot
• Veal with lemon and sage
• Mature Parmesan and Pecorino

Its freshness and elegant texture also make it an excellent aperitif.

Serving Temperature: 10–12°C

Decant: Not required, although allowing the wine to breathe for 15–20 minutes in the glass will enhance its aromatic complexity and creamy texture.

The resulting wine shows a bright straw-yellow hue, with aromas of Golden apples, hawthorn, lemon pastry cream, vanilla, and biscuit. On the palate, it reveals creamy texture, lively sapidity, and subtle hints of citron zest, expressing the full varietal character of Chardonnay with elegance and freshness.