The stony soil of this area, the strong thermal shifts and the long rest on the yeasts, make this Ribolla a sparkling wine with a refined and persistent perlage that combines the minerality of the terroir with the floral and citrus fragrance.
This “metodo classico” (Champenoise method) from Friuli, is a wine of great personality, obtained from the indigenous Ribolla Gialla grapes grown in our vineyards in the area called “Grave”, at the feet of the Alps, north of Venice. Freshness and acidity are well balanced on the palate. The wide sip and the dry, long finish invite you to a second glass.
Grape varieties: Ribolla Gialla.
Production area: north of Venice, at the feet of the Alps, in the area called “Grave Friulana”.
Soil composition: loose, well aired soil, mainly composed of typical calcareous white river stones dragged down by the Alpine brooks.
Growing systems: guyot.
Vinification: early harvest and low production in order to preserve the grape acidity. The cuvée refines in stainless steel tanks on its own yeasts until the following spring, when the riddling takes place. The rest on yeasts continues for 24 months and is followed, after dégorgement, by 9 months of refining in bottles.
Food pairings: it can be a sophisticated aperitif and very pleasant throughout a meal to accompany light dishes based on vegetables and fish.
Service temperature: 6-8 °C.
