What kind of wine is Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Le Vigne di Zamò

The Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Le Vigne di Zamò is born from one of the symbolic grape varieties of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Ribolla Gialla is an indigenous grape capable of expressing wines with a fresh, citrusy, and mineral profile, perfectly in line with the vocation of the Colli Orientali del Friuli territory, in the province of Udine. Here, the temperate microclimate and the soils rich in marl and sandstone give the wine character and vivacity, with a marked natural acidity that enhances drinkability and fruit purity.

Vintage details

The 2024 vintage was characterized by a regular spring and a warm but not excessive summer. The temperature excursions between day and night allowed the grapes to ripen balancedly, preserving aromatic fragrance and acidity. The result is a particularly fresh and harmonious wine, where intensity and finesse are found.

Vinification and aging

The Ribolla Gialla 2024 from Le Vigne di Zamò is vinified in steel to preserve the immediacy and aromatic transparency of the grape variety. After a soft pressing, fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature, without aging in wood, to enhance its natural freshness and fruity component. A brief aging on the lees in steel contributes to giving body and a pleasant roundness to the sip.

Tasting notes

A wine that captivates with its lightness and its ability to authentically tell the story of its territory.

Color

In the glass, it presents a bright straw yellow, with delicate greenish reflections that anticipate its freshness.

Nose

The aroma is elegant and immediate: it opens with notes of white flowers, citrus, and green apple, followed by slight mineral nuances typical of Friulian soils. The bouquet is clean, subtle, and of great finesse.

Taste

On the palate, it is fresh and vibrant, with a dynamic acidity that perfectly balances the fruity part. Sensations of lime, fresh almond, and a pleasant savoriness emerge in the finish, inviting the next sip. The finish is dry and harmonious.

What dishes to pair with Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Le Vigne di Zamò

Versatile and refined, the Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 is the ideal wine to accompany light Mediterranean and Friulian dishes. Perfect for enhancing:

• seafood appetizers and raw fish;
• crustacean salads and fresh vegetables;
• delicate first courses such as herb risottos or asparagus risottos;
• typical Friulian cured meats and fresh cheeses.

Its freshness also makes it excellent as a summer aperitif or to accompany vegetarian dishes and ethnic dishes with light spices.

Storage and aging: how to store Friuli Colli Orientali Ribolla Gialla DOC 2024 - Le Vigne di Zamò wine

The Ribolla Gialla Le Vigne di Zamò 2024 expresses its personality best in the first years after the harvest, when its aromatic vivacity and freshness are at their peak. It is recommended to store it in a cool, dark place with a constant temperature around 12-14°C, away from heat sources and vibrations.

While it can evolve well for 2-3 years, it is in its early stages that it offers the most authentic sensations of the grape variety. Its balance and immediacy make it perfect for young consumption, when the fruit is crisper and the minerality more evident.