Via Alpina Ribolla Gialla Colli Orientali del Friuli, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

The 2024 Via Alpina Ribolla Gialla Colli Orientali del Friuli captures the essence of one of Friuli’s most emblematic native grapes, delivering a wine that is as elegant as it is refreshing. With its bright straw-yellow color, lifted floral aromatics, and crisp, mineral-driven palate, this Ribolla Gialla showcases the timeless connection between grape, land, and winemaker.

Product Details:

• Wine Style: White Wine
• Varietal: 100% Ribolla Gialla
• Winemaker & Owner: Giampaolo Venica
• Farming: Organically grown fruit sourced from responsible growers
• Alcohol Content: 12.5%

Sensory Description:

This wine opens with an inviting bouquet of acacia blossoms, citrus zest, and ripe pear layered over a subtle herbal lift. The palate is finely textured yet lively, offering flavors of stone fruit, lemon, and hints of wild herbs. Crisp acidity and a clean mineral backbone provide structure and length, leading to a refreshing and elegant finish. Balanced and versatile, it is a precise expression of Ribolla Gialla that is both structured and approachable.

Winemaker's Background:

Via Alpina is the vision of Giampaolo Venica, created as a parallel project to his personal label, Dalia Maris. With Via Alpina, Venica focuses on showcasing the freshest vineyard sites in Friuli’s Colli Orientali, sourcing organically farmed grapes from growers who share his commitment to authenticity, sustainability, and terroir. The name "Via Alpina" (The Alpine Way) reflects the road leading from Friuli north into the mountains and symbolizes the journey these wines take to reflect the alpine freshness and precision of their origin. The lineup, consisting of varietal-specific Friulian grapes such as Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, and now Ribolla Gialla, offers high-quality wines made for everyday enjoyment without sacrificing their deep sense of place.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 10–12 °C in a medium-sized white wine glass to highlight its crisp aromatics and mineral-driven freshness. Perfect as an aperitif, this Ribolla Gialla also pairs seamlessly with seafood dishes such as grilled prawns, calamari, or shellfish, as well as lighter fare like spring salads, goat cheese, or risotto with herbs.

The 2024 Via Alpina Ribolla Gialla Colli Orientali del Friuli is a thoughtful debut that balances Friuli’s centuries-old winemaking tradition with Giampaolo Venica’s fresh perspective, offering a wine that is lively, precise, and effortlessly enjoyable.