Ribolla Gialla DOC Friuli – Zorzettig

Production Area
Friuli Venezia Giulia

Terroir
Clay and hilly, soil made up of marl and sandstone

Grapes
Ribolla Gialla 100%

Vinification

Grapes are picked by hand at the end of  August/beginning of September followed by a soft pressing. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 18°C, followed by racking and an evolution period until bottling.

Aging

Maturation in stainless steel tanks

Colour:

Straw yellow with green reflections

Bouquet:

Intense and fruity bouquet with hints of white flowers and apples

Taste:

A well structured, elegant, white wine with rich and intense citrus flavours, good minerality and excellent acidity

Food pairing:

Light appetizers, fish, canapes, cured ham and white meats

Alcohol:  12.5% Vol.

Serving Temperature:

8 °C.

Aging Potential:

up to 5 years