Radikon
Merlot 1Litro 2010
| Denomination | IGT Venezia Giulia |
|---|---|
| Size | 1 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Merlot |
| Aging | Aged in used barriques for 5 years; bottle ageing varies depending on the vintage (on average 5 years) |
- Grape variety and vintage: 100% Merlot, Venezia Giulia IGT, 2010 harvest, 1-litre bottle
- Natural vinification: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, maceration for 30-60 days
- Extended ageing: 5 years in used barriques and around 5 years resting in bottle
- Aromatic profile: mineral and vegetal notes, medicinal herbs and dried red fruits
- Tasting and serving: fresh and spicy flavour, soft tannins; decant for 2 hours, serve at 18–20 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Radikon Merlot is a still red wine from Venezia Giulia, produced in the Gorizia area from Merlot grapes. In the glass, it offers an intense ruby colour enriched with garnet reflections. The aromatic profile is distinguished by a pronounced mineral and vegetal character, accompanied by notes of medicinal herbs and small dried red fruits. On the palate, it reveals a spicy and fresh character, supported by a velvety tannin that finishes with a pleasant hint of ripe cherry.
Where it comes from
This wine is born in Oslavia, in the heart of the Gorizia area, precisely interpreting the essence of Venezia Giulia. The production bears the signature of Radikon and is managed by Saša Radikon through practices aimed at total respect for natural rhythms. The agronomic approach is based on very low yields, designed to enhance the original characteristics of the vineyard. The rigorous work results in a wine with a structured profile, intended for long maturation that highlights its deep territorial adherence.
How it is produced
The process begins with a spontaneous fermentation carried out by indigenous yeasts. Deep extraction is achieved through maceration in oak vats lasting from thirty to sixty days. Subsequently, the wine matures in barrels for five years, completing its development with a further and prolonged final rest. These methods result in a pronounced aromatic complexity and a dynamic sip, enriched by a solid balance between freshness and spicy notes.
History and Curiosities
The 2010 vintage of this Merlot in the one-litre format marks a pivotal moment for Saša Radikon, the worthy heir to his father Stanko's artisanal vision. This organic still red expresses the soul of the Friulian winery through minimal yields in the vineyard and meticulous spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The prolonged maceration in oak vats, combined with five years of ageing in used barriques and a lengthy maturation in the bottle, gives rise to a wine of long maturation, capable of captivating in the glass with a profound and unforgettable impact.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
2 hours
- Start up year: 1980
- Oenologist: Saša Radikon
- Bottles produced: 35.000
- Hectares: 12
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| Name | Radikon Merlot 1Litro 2010 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Venezia Giulia IGT |
| Vintage | 2010 |
| Size | 1 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Vendor | Radikon |
| Story | History and Curiosities The 2010 vintage of this Merlot in the one-litre format marks a pivotal moment for Saša Radikon, the worthy heir to his father Stanko's artisanal vision. This organic still red expresses the soul of the Friulian winery through minimal yields in the vineyard and meticulous spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The prolonged maceration in oak vats, combined with five years of ageing in used barriques and a lengthy maturation in the bottle, gives rise to a wine of long maturation, capable of captivating in the glass with a profound and unforgettable impact. |
| Origin | Gorizia (GO) |
| Production technique | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; maceration in oak vats for 30–60 days; ageing in used barriques for 5 years; ageing in bottle varies depending on the vintage (on average 5 years) |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; maceration in oak vats for 30–60 days; ageing in used barriques for 5 years; bottle ageing varies depending on the vintage (on average 5 years). |
| Aging | Aged in used barriques for 5 years; bottle ageing varies depending on the vintage (on average 5 years) |
| Year production | 35000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |