Ribolla Gialla 2012 IGT Venezia Giulia Josko Gravner Magnum
Josko Gravner 's Ribolla Gialla 2012 is a unique white wine, an authentic expression of the winemaking tradition of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Josko Gravner, a visionary winemaker and pioneer of natural wines in Italy, has revolutionized the way wine is made through the use of ancestral methods and a deep respect for the land. His winery, located in Oslavia, in the heart of Collio Goriziano, is renowned for its use of buried amphorae from Georgia and long macerations on the skins, which give the wines incomparable complexity and structure.
Characteristics
Ribolla Gialla 2012 is made from pure Ribolla Gialla grapes from old vines grown on soils rich in ponca, a sandstone marl typical of the region. Harvesting is done manually with a rigorous selection of the bunches. The grapes ferment spontaneously in large buried terracotta amphorae, with maceration on the skins lasting about six months. The wine then ages for six years in large Slavonian oak barrels and rests in bottles before release.
Sensory Notes
- Color: Intense amber with golden highlights, characteristic of macerated wines.
- Aroma: Complex and deep bouquet, with notes of dried fruits such as apricot and dehydrated peach, hints of honey, oriental spices, herbs and mineral hints.
- Taste: Full, structured and enveloping on the palate, with a delicate tannicity due to the long maceration. It offers an extraordinary freshness and sapidity, with a long and persistent finish that recalls notes of ripe fruit, spices and a marked minerality.
Gastronomic Pairings
Josko Gravner's Ribolla Gialla is a wine of great versatility, ideal to accompany:
- Appetizers: Mature cheeses, artisanal cured meats, crostini with liver pâté.
- First courses: Savory risottos, pasta with porcini mushrooms, truffle dishes.
- Second Courses: Savory white meats such as duck or guinea fowl, fatty fish such as grilled salmon or tuna.
- International Cuisine: Spicy dishes from Asian or Middle Eastern cuisine, such as light curries or vegetable tajines.
Ribolla Gialla 2012 IGT Venezia Giulia Josko Gravner Magnum on Italian Wine Selection
Discover the excellence of Ribolla Gialla 2012 IGT Venezia Giulia Josko Gravner in magnum format on Italian Wine Selection. A rare and precious wine that represents the essence of Friuli's winemaking tradition. Enrich your cellar with this masterpiece and have an unforgettable tasting experience. Buy now and be won over by the magic of Josko Gravner's wines.
Data Sheet.
- Producer: Josko Gravner
- Appellation: IGT Venezia Giulia
- Vintage: 2012
- Format: Magnum (1.5 liters)
- Type of Wine: Macerated white wine (orange wine)
- Grape Variety: 100% Ribolla Gialla
- Production Area: Oslavia, Collio Goriziano, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
- Altitude of Vineyards: 150-270 meters above sea level
- Soil: Ponca (marls and stratified sandstones of Eocene origin)
- Harvest: Manual, with careful selection of the best bunches
- Vinification:
- Fermentation: Spontaneous with indigenous yeasts in buried terracotta amphorae
- Maceration: About 6 months on the skins
- No clarification or filtration
- Aging:
- Wood: 6 years in large Slavonian oak barrels
- Bottle: Further aging before marketing
- Alcohol Content: Approximately 13% Vol.
- Production: Limited, with a few bottles available in magnum size
- Organoleptic Characteristics:
- Color: Intense amber with golden highlights
- Nose: Notes of dried fruits, honey, spices, herbs and hints of minerals
- Taste: Structured, complex, with delicate tannins and a long, lingering finish
- Gastronomic Pairings:
- Matured and blue cheeses
- Mushroom and truffle dishes
- Savory white meats
- Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine
- Serving Temperature: 14-16°C; it is recommended to uncork the bottle a few hours before serving
- Aging Potential: Over 15 years
- Vineyard Characteristics:
- Exposure: South, Southwest
- Training System: Guyot
- Planting Density: Approximately 5,000 vines per hectare
- Age of Vines: Old vines
- Production Philosophy:
- Natural and biodynamic farming
- Use of Georgian amphorae for vinification
- Minimal interventions in the cellar to preserve the integrity of the wine
- Trivia:
- Josko Gravner was a pioneer in the use of amphorae in Italy
- Ribolla Gialla is considered an icon among orange wines
- Extremely limited production, each vintage is highly sought after
