IGT Venezia Giulia Gravner Ribolla Gialla 8.9.10.

Ribolla Gialla is widely planted across north-east Italy, producing finely acidic, deliciously fruity wines. The marl and sandstone soils provide the vines with all the nutrients they require to thrive. The Ribolla Gialla grapes are entirely destemmed after being hand-picked and macerate for around five months in Georgian amphorae, adding depth and complexity to the wine. Regular punching down of the cap ensures maximum oxygenation of the yeasts during spontaneous fermentation. Lastly, the cuvée is transferred to old Slavonian foudres (large capacity wooden tuns) to age for four years, before being bottled without fining or filtration.
The slightly golden straw colour is complemented by an intense nose, characterised by floral and fruity notes mingling with a subtle minerality. On the palate, a superb balance of sweetness and freshness emerges, leading to a deliciously long, expressive finish.