Ep: 144: Radikon - Friuli Cult Wine & Pioneering Icon

Vint Podcast

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller sit down with Saša Radikon, the current head of Radikon Wines and the son of the famed winemaker Stanko Radikon. The Radikon family, based in the Friuli Colli Orientali region, is celebrated for their pioneering work in the revival of traditional winemaking techniques, particularly their dedication to producing skin-contact wines, often referred to as orange wines. Saša shares insights into his family’s winemaking history, the unique terroir of the Oslavia region, and the challenges and innovations that have shaped Radikon Wines over the years. The conversation also delves into the evolution of the wine industry, the impact of climate change on viticulture, and Saša’s thoughts on the future of Radikon Wines, including exciting new projects in Slovenia.

Links & Resources:

• Radikon Wines Website
• Coravin Website - Use code Vint15 for 15% off
• Amber Revolution by Simon J. Woolf

Chapters:
01:11 Classic Petit Manning Joke
02:20 Guest Introduction: Sasha Radikon
03:24 Radikon Family History and Wine Philosophy
04:31 The Significance of Orange Wines
06:05 Radikon's Wine Production Techniques
08:06 Challenges and Innovations in Winemaking
08:44 Interview with Sasha Radikon Begins
26:28 Understanding the Terroir: Soil and Climate
27:56 Challenges of Climate Change in Vineyards
28:48 Harvesting Techniques and Temperature Management
31:15 Introduction to Orange Wines and Their Evolution
33:06 The Story Behind Slatnik and CV Wines
34:18 Exploring Different Wine Varieties
37:45 The Origin of Yakut and Its Significance
40:21 The Evolution of Radikon Wines and Market Acceptance
44:15 Future Projects and Expansion into Slovenia
47:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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