Ribolla Gialla Colle Duga – 2023

The wine Ribolla Gialla from the Colle Duga winery

The Ribolla Gialla of the Colle Duga winery comes from 100% Ribolla Gialla grapes grown in the vineyards owned by the winery. We are in the localities of Zegla and Novali in the municipality of Cormons in the heart of the Collio DOC area in Friuli Venezia Giulia. The microclimate and proximity to the sea make this area one of Friuli’s most suitable for growing vines. This part of the Friuli Venezia Giulia region is also famous for what the locals call “ponca”, or the soil rich in sandstone marl of Eocene origin.

THE WINEMAKING

The harvest is strictly manual and takes place in the second half of September. The selected grapes are brought to the cellar for winemaking. After soft pressing, the must obtained is coldly decanted. Part of the must ferments in French oak barrels, while the other part ferments in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. After refinement, the wine is bottled, and left to rest for a few months in the cellar before being placed on the market.

Tasting the Ribolla Gialla

Straw yellow, the aroma is intense, pleasantly delicate with fruity hints of apple that alternate with floral notes to close with citrus scents. It is warm and well-structured on the palate. This Ribolla Gialla is a full-bodied wine with excellent acidity and a perfect correspondence between aromas and flavor. The finish is long and persistent.

FOOD PAIRINGS

It goes well with cold cuts, fish and vegetables but also with white meat. Try it with your aperitifs.