Gravner Ribolla Branco

Description

The Man, the Earth, the Water, the Wine! These are the key words that define Josko Gravner’s life—indeed, they are his life. It’s almost disconcerting to try to pin down the Gravner wines, given how special they are. But we can offer some clues. If you’ve heard of “Orange Wines,” the so‑called “Orange Wines” that actually don’t have much colour at all, then know that Josko Gravner is best known as the king of this style. A born purist, absolutely brilliant, he is convinced that nothing should interfere except to let the wine’s natural character play out. Gravner’s wines have no fads, no forced style, and they reflect a tradition rarely seen in the world today. Produced in the Friuli region, the wines are made from the area’s ancient grape varieties, such as Ribolla Gialla. They are vinified in Georgian amphorae, buried in the cellar, fermented inside the amphorae with long macerations, and no temperature control is used. Drinking a Gravner is drinking the Man, the Earth, the tradition, and the genius. Drink magnificent wines! (image merely illustrative)

Vintage

2008

Food pairing

Fish, poultry, vegetables