Michael Nielsen wrote:
> 2007 Radikon Jakot ***
>
> On friday I will visit Gravner who is famous for their Amfora orange
> wine. 500 meters form there is Radikon who is known for having the
> strangest orange wine: The Jakot.
>
> I might visit them too, but I dont have an appointment yet. Just in
> case, I bought the Jakot in the supermarket. it is 20E for a 50cl
> bottle, which is considered expensive for a local bottle. (the
> Fruili/collio region)
>
> The color is best described by showing you:
>
> https://scontent-mxp1-1.xx.fbcdn.net...7c&oe=56513F61
>
>
> If it works.
>
> cloudy amber orange . Definitely unfiltered. Scent of petroleum,
> nuts, and tropical fruits.
>
> Taste was very nutty with hints of hay and petroleum, tropical
> fruits, lingering finish and very sour. the sourness detracted. if
> you take away that , it reminded me of Tondonia. It could have been a
> 5 star wine if they controlled that acid.

The so-called "orange wines" are definitely an acquired taste. Because
of their extended skin contact, they have substantial tannins and can
require some years of aging. They also shouldn't be served as cold as a
white wine would. I also find a resemblance to Tondonia. They need
food to show their best, something like assorted charcuterie/salume.

Mark Lipton