Via Alpina Ribolla Gialla Friuli 2024

The Via Alpina Ribolla Gialla 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.

Hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel, this Ribolla Gialla is made from organically farmed fruit sourced from vineyards in the Collio Orientale, a quiet corner of Friuli just below the Alps, near Italy’s Slovenian border. Floral and mineral with bright acidity, it shows notes of citrus, stone fruit and a subtle herbal edge. Structured but restrained, it’s a clean, precise expression of the grape — built for the table without demanding attention.

The 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.

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.