Ribolla Gialla

Ribolla Gialla is a grape variety typical of northeastern Italy, vinified as a varietal or blended with other grapes. Widely sought after by consumers, it can be made as a still wine or in a sparkling version. The earliest historical record of Ribolla Gialla dates back to 1296 under the name Rabola. The recent rediscovery of the Ribolla Gialla variety has enabled experiments with short macerations, while the aromatic intensity of young Ribolla can be preserved through quick vinifications and early drinking, revealing more distinct floral and mineral notes. With a fruity, floral nose ranging from lychee to peach, from acacia to hay, Ribolla Gialla shows medium-high acidity and a medium body. Ageing can take place in wood, giving the wine oxidative nuances and resulting spicy, iodine-tinged aromas that refine its body and color.

The denominations Collio DOC and Colli Orientali del Friuli include Ribolla Gialla as a varietal or in blends. For the Collio DOC designation, Ribolla Gialla must be produced from vineyards covering at least 85% of the estate’s total area and have an alcohol content of at least 11% vol.

How to buy Ribolla Gialla

If you’re looking for a straightforward and intriguing wine, buying Ribolla Gialla is the experience for you. On Vino.com you can choose your Ribolla Gialla from a wide selection and let yourself be surprised by the delicacy of Collio DOC Ribolla Gialla Ronco del Frassino, with its fruity and floral notes, or by Venezia Giulia IGT Ribolla Gialla Damijan Podversic, an intriguing and aromatic wine, perfect for your white-meat or fish dishes. If you’re after sparkling versions, use the filters and purchase Vino Spumante Brut Ribolla Gialla Fantinel or Ribolla Gialla Brut Xala Astoria, with eye-catching design and ideal for your aperitifs. In short, buying Ribolla Gialla on Vino.com could be the most fun way to stock your cellar.

What kind of wine is Ribolla Gialla?

How is sparkling Ribolla Gialla made?

The process to obtain sparkling Ribolla Gialla is the same as for sparkling wines which, starting from a base wine, undergo re-fermentation in the bottle, as in Vino Spumante di Qualità Metodo Classico Extra Brut Ribolla Gialla Puiatti, or in pressurized tanks.

Which are the best wineries for Ribolla Gialla?

On Vino.com’s online wine shop you’ll find the best wineries for your Ribolla Gialla, carefully chosen by our sommeliers. Among them, Ronco del Frassino, Cormòns, Villa Folini, and the unmissable Bastianich.

What distinguishes Ribolla Gialla sparkling wine?

In addition to the typical floral and fruity aromas of Ribolla Gialla, the sparkling version is characterized by the presence of carbon dioxide developed according to the Classic or Charmat methods.