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Ribolla Gialla
The grape behind Friuli's skin-contact revival, giving textural, tannic and savoury whites of real seriousness.
In detail
- Origin
- Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, and Slovenia's Brda.
- Major regions
- Collio · Oslavia · Brda
- Grapes
- Ribolla Gialla
- Flavour profile
- Quince, dried herb, saline citrus, chamomile and bruised apple.
- Body
- Medium to full
- Acidity
- High
- Sweetness
- Dry
Recommended Glass
Universal Wine Glass
A medium bowl sized between a white and a red glass, with a balanced taper.
About this glass →Serving Temperature
12–14°C (54–57°F)
A little cooler than room temperature for reds; properly cold but not frozen for whites and sparkling.
Food Pairings
- Prosciutto
- Roast chicken
- Mushroom dishes
- Hard cheese
- Grilled fish
Notable examples & brands
- Radikon Oslavje
- Gravner Ribolla
- Movia Lunar