90pts Wine Spectator

Well-cut acidity defines aromas and flavors of white peach, pomelo, spring herbs and white blossoms in this light-bodied, lithe white, with a salty finish. Grechetto, Procanico, Pinot Blanc and Viognier. Drink now. 840 cases imported.

Tasting Notes

San Giovanni della Salais straw yellow with light green hues. The nose presents floral notesand hints of ripe fruit especially peachesand pineapples. The palate is mouth filling, well-balanced, persistentand is sustained by excellent freshness.

About the Wine

San Giovanni is produced from the vineyards surrounding the medieval castle at Castello della Salaand isa blend of indigenousvarieties, Grechetto, Procanico with Pinot Blanc and Viognier;a new interpretation of the Orvieto Classico appellation. The firstvintage of Castello della Sala’s Orvieto Classico was 1990.