What kind of wine is Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Felluga

The Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Felluga is a fresh and mineral white wine that perfectly expresses the soul of Friuli. It is made from Ribolla Gialla grapes, an indigenous varietal symbolic of the region, cultivated among the gentle hills of the Colli Orientali del Friuli, an area famous for the quality of its white wines. Here, the ventilated climate and the soil of marl and sandstone give the wine aromaticity, lively acidity, and a pleasant savoriness.

Details of the vintage

The 2024 vintage was characterized by balanced climatic conditions: mild springs with moderate rainfall, hot summers but with good temperature excursions between day and night. These conditions allowed the grapes to ripen uniformly, maintaining a balance between sugars and acidity, and giving the wine a natural freshness and a refined aromatic profile.

Winemaking and aging

After the September harvest, the grapes are destemmed and subjected to a short *maceration* – a controlled contact between skins and must, useful for extracting aromas and structure. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in stainless steel, to preserve the intact fruity and floral notes typical of the varietal. The wine then ages for about six months, also in stainless steel, without any wood aging, in order to maintain freshness, fragrance, and authenticity.

Tasting notes

The Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Felluga captivates with its aromatic purity and the harmony between delicacy and vitality.

Color

In the glass, it presents with a luminous straw yellow, streaked with greenish reflections that emphasize its youth and brilliance.

Nose

On the nose, it offers aromas of citrus, white flowers, and green apple, with a mineral hint that recalls the typical soil of the Colli Orientali. The fruity notes are clear and well-balanced, without excessive aromatics.

Taste

On the palate, it is fresh and vibrant, with well-integrated acidity and a pleasant savoriness that accompanies the sip to a clean and persistent finish. It is an agile, dynamic wine, ideal for those seeking elegant and easy-to-drink white wines, but with personality.

What dishes to pair with Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Felluga

Perfect as an aperitif, the Ribolla Gialla Felluga expresses itself best at the table with light and fragrant dishes. It pairs well with:

• Fish and shellfish appetizers;
• Trout, salmon, or sea bass carpaccios;
• Herb or seafood risottos;
• Fresh or medium-aged cheeses.

Its lively acidity makes it an excellent partner for Mediterranean cuisines and vegetarian dishes with aromatic notes.

Storage and aging: how to store Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Felluga wine

Being a wine that focuses on freshness and fragrance, the Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Felluga should be stored with care. Keep it in a cool place, away from light and heat sources, preferably horizontally to keep the cork moist. It is recommended to consume it within 2-3 years of the harvest to fully enjoy its young aromatic profile and its vibrancy. Over time, it can acquire elegant mineral nuances, but it is in its youth that it expresses the best of the Friulian hills.