Poderi di Carlo Ribolla Gialla IGP Venezia Giulia 2018
Brilliant, light straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of citrus zest, white peach, and grapefruit with supporting notes of green apple, acacia, and mineral. The palate echoes the nose delivering a tropical fruit and citrus-driven core with flavors of quince and green apple. The finish is crisp with lingering mineral accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Wonderfully complex and pleasing pairing well with a wide range of dishes. $14 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Forchir Brut Ribolla Gialla IGP Venezia Giulia NV
Brilliant, light green/yellow color with a fine bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of spring flowers and apple with supporting notes of citrus zest and pineapple. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of lemon curd and mineral. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. This lovely bubbly proves that all tank-method sparkling wines are the same. This wine rested 12 months on it's lees in tank giving a strong classic-method impression. $ – 4 Stars – 90 points
Poderi di Carlo Ribolla Gialla IGP Venezia Giulia 2016
Brilliant, light straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of citrus zest, white peach, and grapefruit with supporting notes of green apple, jasmine, and mineral. The palate confirms the nose delivering a green fruit and citrus-driven core with flavors of quince. The finish is crisp and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Wonderfully complex and pleasing pairing well with a wide range of dishes. $14 – 4 Stars – 91 points
