Radikon “Oslavje” 0,5L

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Chardonnay & Pinot Grigio & Sauvignon Blanc | Friuli-Venezia Giulia | Italy | White Wine | Radikon | 2018 | 0,5 L | 13 %

Sommelier recommends

“The nose reveals aromas of orange peel, dried peach, beeswax, and wild meadow flowers. On the palate, the wine is fresh, dry, and round, with vibrant acidity and notes of ripe peach. The finish is long and refreshing.” — Ronalds Pētersons, Sommelier at Noble Wine

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Original price was: 47.30 €.Current price is: 42.57 €.

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Wine Searcher review

91/100

Radikon "Oslavje" is a dry orange wine produced from a blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Grigio grown in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region on the border between Italy and Slovenia. This distinctive wine is renowned for its extended skin contact during fermentation, which gives it its amber hue and complex tannic structure. Radikon is celebrated for its natural and biodynamic winemaking philosophy, producing expressive, unfiltered wines with no added sulphites. Contains sulphites.

Radikon “Oslavje” reveals a complex bouquet of dried apricot, orange peel, and wildflowers, intertwined with notes of nuts, honey, and spice. On the palate, it offers a rich, textured experience with firm tannins, vibrant acidity, and layers of flavour, including ripe stone fruit, herbal nuances, and subtle earthy notes, leading to a long, intriguing finish. The wine is celebrated for its complexity, depth, and distinctive character, shaped by extended skin maceration and a natural approach to winemaking.

Pairs beautifully with a variety of hearty dishes, including roast pork, game, and aged cheeses, where its tannic structure and complexity can stand up to and enhance bold flavours. It also complements rich vegetarian dishes such as mushroom risotto and roasted root vegetables, creating a harmonious and elevated dining experience.

The amount of energy invested in Stanko Radikon's wine and bottles makes his wines unique! Stanko Radikon Winery is located on the Slovenian border. Since 1995 Radikon has completely abandoned the use of chemicals in wine production, but in 2002 they stopped adding sulfites to wine. In the same year, they created two types of bottles and corks that ensure better aging of the wine and make it easier to drink. The grapes are harvested by hand, the fermentation lasts for about four months, after which the wine is aged for three years in large wooden barrels and afterward in bottles for a year and only then being sold. In the end, a surprisingly complex and deep wine is obtained, which is suitable for storing for many years.
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
This region is known for its white wines. They are produced from a variety of grapes, and this diversity distinguishes the region from other wine regions. Winemakers use non-traditional Italian varieties like Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Bianco, as well as the very "Italian” Pinot Grigio and local Picolit. Many wine critics agree that Friuli is the best white wine region in Italy.