In the glass
Aroma: yellow apple, white peach, almond, hay, saline
Palate: lemon pith, white stone fruit, light tannin, saline finish
The entry-tier S Line orange blend (Chardonnay + Friulano) with shorter skin contact than the flagship Ribolla. Yellow apple and white peach over a saline finish with light tannin grip.
What it pairs with
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Octopus carpaccio
Saline minerality lifts the seafood's sweetness; light tannin handles the olive oil dressing. -
Risotto al limone
Lemon pith aromatics echo the dish; medium body holds the Carnaroli starch without overwhelming. -
San Daniele ham with melon
Almond aromatics pair with the cured ham; saline finish refreshes against the melon sweetness.
History
The accessible entry to the Radikon orange-wine range, launched as the S Line in 750 ml bottles. Designed by Sasa and Ivan Radikon to bring the family's approach to a broader audience and to wines drinkable earlier.
- 2009 — First Slatnik vintage in the new S Line 750 ml format
Facts
- Producer
- Radikon
- Grapes
- Chardonnay (50%), Friulano (50%)
- Classification
- Venezia Giulia IGT
- Oak
- Fermented on the skins for around two weeks in stainless steel and large oak vats, then aged around 14 months in large Slavonian botti before bottling
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 28 to 42 at 750 ml retail
- Drinking window
- 1-8 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2009
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Radikon Slatnik
What does Radikon Slatnik taste like?
Yellow apple, white peach, almond, hay and saline on the nose; lemon pith, white stone fruit, light tannin and a saline finish. Medium-bodied with high acidity from two weeks on skins.
What is the Radikon S Line?
The S Line is the entry tier of the Radikon range, launched in 2009 in 750 ml bottles with shorter skin contact than the flagship Ribolla. Designed for drinking earlier and at a more accessible price.
When should I drink Slatnik?
Drink between 1 and 8 years from vintage. The S Line is built for earlier drinking than the flagship range; the wine peaks at year 3 to 5.