Grassi Ribolla Gialla 2017

This California-grown Ribolla Gialla offers complex aromas of white flowers and toasty tones, with a balanced palate featuring apple, pear, and brioche notes. While some appreciate its buttery citrus evolution and burnt orange warmth, others highlight the powerful lingering finish. The wine shows good integration of fruit and pastry elements with a full-bodied texture.

This Ribolla Gialla presents a luminous straw hue, offering an aromatic bouquet of white peach, lemon zest, and a hint of almond blossom. The palate is vibrant and finely structured, showcasing a harmonious interplay of crisp acidity and subtle minerality, characteristic of Friuli's terroir. Mid-palate, it reveals layers of green apple and quince, underscored by a delicate salinity that enhances its refreshing profile. The finish is elegantly persistent, with a whisper of fennel seed and a touch of honeyed complexity. This wine exemplifies the varietal's potential for finesse and depth, making it a noteworthy selection for connoisseurs.