Cialla, Prepotto (Udine) Friuli – North-east of Italy.
VINEYARD
Quercigh; 4.69 hectares on hilly lands facing SSE at an altitude of 130 - 240 m.; owned.
VINES
60% Ribolla Gialla of Cialla, 30% Verduzzo friulano of Cialla, 10% Picolit of Cialla.
WINE MAKING
Fermentation in oak barrels followed by 11 months’ maturation. Further ageing in bottles, varying from 6 to 12 months. Wine suitable to age.
ORGANOLEPTIC PROPERTIES
Colour: straw-coloured.
Nose: very dainty and elegant bouquet, with a fragrance of fruit (pear, apple and plum), vanilla and flowers (acacia and jasmine).
Taste: dry, round and well-balanced as regards acidity; a wine that yields its aroma with extreme delicacy and elegance; unique character and personality.
TASTING CONDITIONS
Definition: dry white wine.
Food: Fish and seafood hors-d'œuvre; soups; saltwater and soft water fish, boiled or served with a sauce, haute cuisine; egg and vegetable soufflés; white meats with a sauce; Parma ham. This wine can also be served on its own, as an aperitif.
Serving temperature: 10-12°C.
Serving suggestions: uncork upon serving.
Bottle: Bordeaux type, with a dry leaf colour; store in a horizontal position.
Cork: ø 26 x 45mm.
Suggested wine glass: tall and fine glass; fill by one third, so that this wine may yield its precious and subtle bouquet delicately, as in a crescendo.