At a glance

Producer

Matthiasson

Region

Napa Valley, California, USA

Grape variety

Ribolla Gialla

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Green apple, white flowers, lemon zest, light mineral notes, and hints of crisp pear

Evolution: Fruit will soften with time, floral and mineral characters gain complexity, acidity balances with subtle texture

At peak: Bright flavors balanced by ethereal minerality and well-integrated acid backbone

Structure

Acidity

High acidity, vibrant and refreshing

Tannins

None (white grape, no skin contact tannins)

Alcohol

Approx. 12.5-13.0%

Aging potential

Moderate aging potential; best consumed within 5 years of vintage but can hold vibrancy up to 7 years in optimal conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2041

Optimal window

2023 to 2044

Current status

Approaching early drinking maturity

Current condition

Fresh and lively with crisp acidity, showing varietal character

The 2022 vintage from Matthiasson Ribolla Gialla has vibrant acidity and fresh fruit typical of the variety and region’s cool climate. This ensures a good balance between early drinkability and short-to-medium term aging, allowing development of complexity without losing freshness.

Food pairing

Excellent with fresh seafood, light pasta dishes, salads with citrus vinaigrette, grilled vegetables, or mildly spiced Asian cuisine

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Matthiasson employs dry farming, minimal irrigation, solar energy use at winery, composting, and native cover cropping to improve soil health; uses lightweight glass bottles to reduce carbon footprint

Matthiasson winery demonstrates strong commitment to sustainability through organic-lean viticulture, energy and water conservation efforts, and sustainable packaging. Their focus on dry farming reduces water use significantly, and green certifications attest to their environmental stewardship, resulting in an overall sustainability score of 8 out of 10.