Ribolla Gialla "Yellow Hills" DOC Castello di Spessa
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | Castello di Spessa |
| Denomination | Collio DOC |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grapes | 100% Ribolla Gialla |
| Alcohol content | 13,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | GO/967 |
| Winery headquarter | Castello di Spessa - Capriva del Friuli (GO) - Via Spessa, 1 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Steamed fish Hors d'oeuvres, Warm fish appetizers, Pasta with seafood, Mixed fried fish, Oysters, Tartare-fish carpaccio, Vegetables in batter, Baked sea bream |
| Region | Friuli Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Style | Light and fresh |
| Wine list | Ribolla Gialla |
From the pure vinification of Ribolla Gialla, an ancient variety native to the Friuli region. The grapes come from within the estate of Tenuta del Castello di Spessa in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Vinification involves the traditional white wine procedure, with grapes harvested manually in 15 kg crates, followed by soft pressing with a pneumatic press, static decantation of the musts, and fermentation at a controlled temperature of 18°C in steel tanks.
Characteristics of Ribolla Gialla 'Yellow Hills
To the eye, the wine has a brilliant straw-yellow colour. The nose is characterised by distinct floral aromas. The taste has the characteristic juiciness and freshness of the varietal that give remarkable taste persistence.
Suggested pairings whit this product of the Castello di Spessa Winery
A versatile wine that is easy to pair with food, suitable both as an aperitif and as an accompaniment for any type of meal. The optimal serving temperature is 10°C in a tall, wide goblet.
