The name of the wine, Cervaro, derives from that of the noble family which owned the castle during the 14th century: Monaldeschi della Cervara. The Antinori family purchased the property – the castle and the surrounding land - in the year 1940. The first vintage of Cervaro della Sala, the 1985, was released in 1987. The wine has been awarded various prizes and won much recognition for the consistent excellence of its quality. A blend of Chardonnay grapes and a small quantity of Grechetto make a wine that can age over time and represent the elegance and complexity of this unique estate. Cervaro della Sala is one of the first Italian white wines to have malolactic fermentation and aging take place in barriques. Food pairing: with fish, risotto, game, white meats, medium-aged cheeses. Serving temperature: 8-10° C. Taste: Vibrant, fresh characterized by notes of vanilla, lemon butter and small pastries. Appearance: Light straw yellow. Aroma: Slight smoky notes of cedar and flint followed by floral hints of Spanish broom and mimosa blossoms. Grape variety: Chardonnay, Grechetto