2024 Ronchi di Cialla Friulano

The Friulano from Ronchi di Cialla represents one of Friuli-Venezia Giulia's most distinctive autochthonous grape varieties. Sourced from the Colli Orientali appellation, the estate's vines average 50 years in age and are planted in marl soils composed of clay and limestone with marly limestone bedrock, characterized by particularly high pH that contributes to the wine's aging potential. This white wine is vinified and aged in stainless steel, embodying the winery's dedication to producing wines in a clean, mineral style that authentically express their terroir. The wine showcases the typical characteristics of Friulano, including subtle minerality and a light herbaceous character that recalls the distinctive soil composition of its origin.

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Specs

Type: White

Grapes: Friulano

Vintage: 2024

Geography

Country: Italy

Region: Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Sub-region: Friuli Colli Orientali

Vineyard: Sourced from a vineyard in the hills to the Northeast of Lonzano, Dolegna del Collio, in the province of Gorizia

Farming

The winery Ronchi di Cialla cultivates its vineyards in full respect of nature, following sustainable viticulture practices. Organic farming with a focus on biodiversity, though not formally certified organic. No pesticides or herbicides used in the vineyard. Certified 'Biodiversity Friend,' an organization that surveys and protects biodiversity, ensuring production does not lead to loss of biodiversity and that the producer is committed to improving environmental quality.

Harvest

Estate grown grapes

Fermentation

Indigenous/wild yeast fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness and integrity of aromas, preceded by one-day skin contact maceration

Aging

Brief maturation period on the lees with frequent batonnage for at least three months to enrich complexity and structure, followed by a couple of months in bottle before release