Chardonnay lovers, rejoice! This impeccable expression of the international varietal is sure to impress. The full velvety flavor of this wine, together with hints of bread crust and the unmistakable Canus terroir, make it ideal for those occasions with call for a wine with a strong character.
Typology: White wine Production area: Friuli Colli Orientali Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay Harvesting: By hand Fermentation and refinery: Crushing and de-stemming, soft crushing. Must cooled at 12°C. Static settling for 36 hours. Fermentation in steel at 18-20°C controlled temperature. A percentage is vinified in wood followed by batonnage for 9-12 months, which adds a light vanilla-like note. After bottling it ages for another 9-12 months before being released. Alcohol: 13.0% Temperature for serving: 10°C Tasting notes: Bright straw yellow color. Delicate on the nose, with lingering hints of ripe tropical fruit and bread crust. Typically broad and velvety, with lingering aroma. Serving Suggestions: Suitable throughout a meal, it goes well with highly flavored starters, elaborate main courses with rich sauces and condiments, and cheeses.
Ribolla Gialla is an Italian native grape variety cultivated mainly in the hills of Friuli. In fact, it was in the hills of Gramogliano where modern-day Ribolla Gialla was cultivated from historic vines. It is here that the varietal is at home, and makes its purest expression.
Richly acidic with a medium-bodied structure, Canus Ribolla Gialla goes well with fish starters and mains, shellfish, and seafood.
Typology: White wine Production area: Gramogliano Hills Grape variety: 100% Ribolla Gialla Harvesting: By hand at the end of September Fermentation and refinery: Crushing and destemming of the grapes. Soft pressing. Static settling for 36 hours. Fermentation at controlled temperature in steel. After 9-12 months it goes into the bottle where it remains for a few months before release. Alcohol Percentage: 13.0% Tasting notes: Straw yellow color with golden reflections. Citrus and floral on the nose with notes of freshly picked oranges, orange blossom, and bergamot. Medium-bodied with balanced acidity on the palate and good salinity. Serving Suggestions: Goes well with appetizers and delicate starters, excellent with fried fish and seafood.
The pleasant acidity and citrus notes associated with the native Ribolla Gialla grape express beautifully in this Charmat method brut sparkling wine suitable for any and every occasion that requires bubbles!
Canus enhances and personalizes this Ribolla Gialla Brut with a long second fermentation (6 months) and a final addition of Liqueur d'Expédition obtained from fine selections of reserve bottles of the company's white wines. Without chasing particular and crowded trends, this wine stands proud in its simplicity and beauty.
Typology: Sparkling white wine Production area: Colli Orientali del Friuli Grape variety: 100% Ribolla Gialla Harvesting: By hand Fermentation and refinery: Crushing and de-stemming of the grapes followed by soft pressing. Cooling of the must at 12°C then a period of static settling. Fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel. After 9-12 months it goes into the bottle where it remains for a few months. Alcohol: 12.0% Tasting notes: Pale straw yellow in color with golden reflections. On the nose it carries a basket of freshly picked oranges and bergamot, surrounded by orange blossom flowers. In the mouth a balanced acidity and good salinity for a perfectly balanced bubble. Temperature for serving: 6-10°C Serving Suggestions: Goes well with appetizers and delicate starters, excellent with fried fish and seafood.
