2022 Radikon 'RS'

'RS', short for Rosso Saša, is Radikon’s red interpretation within the Saša range, produced in Oslavia from Merlot and Pignolo. It carries the estate’s unmistakable signature: organic farming, spontaneous fermentation, no temperature control, no filtration, and a deeply textural approach to red wine. The blend is 75% Merlot and 25% Pignolo, with 8 to 14 days of maceration, ageing for one year in large oak botti, and only a tiny amount of sulphur at bottling. 

In the glass, it shows a deep ruby colour with violet tones. The nose is dark and expressive, with black cherry, plum, wild berries, herbs, spice, earth, and a subtle coffee-like edge. On the palate, it is energetic and round, with Merlot bringing flesh and dark fruit while Pignolo adds tannic grip and a distinctly burly Friulian character.

The opposite of a soft Merlot-based red. It is Radikon in red form: firm, vital, slightly wild, and built for the table.

100% Organic.

Perfect with grilled beef, lamb, pork, mushrooms, roasted vegetables, aged cheeses, and richer autumnal cooking.

Serve: 16–18 °C
Drink: 2025–2035
Score: Vinous 93