2008 Ribolla Gialla DOC, Colli Orientali del Friuli, Canus

Less well-known even than (Tocai) Friulano, Friuli's Ribolla Gialla is a mysterious cove; the nose a rich if reserved cocktail of herbal citrus fruit. The medium bodied palate is relatively austere, characterised by thick-skinned lemon peel and of stony minerality, of significant power, especially on the dry finish. A remarkable wine, especially for the cognoscenti, and preferably alongside fowl.
(David Berry Green, BBR Buyer)