From: Primorksa, Slovenia
Varietal: Barbera
Pikasi-Saramento is a negociant project of Slovenian winemaker and professional ballroom dancer, Matic Rodica. Together with Vipava Valley grower, Petr Stegovec, Matic created the Pikasi lineup of naturally fermented indigenous variety wines: Pinela, Zelen, Rebula, Barbera, and Barbera Rose. The labels are inspired by dancing, and the silhouettes were drawn from Matic’s own dance photos. All Pikasi wines are made in a fresh and approachable style and offer a pure and balanced expression of each grape varietal.
The Vipava Valley is right on the border of Slovenia, just north of the Italian port city of Trieste. The area is made up of steep hills, where the continental climate of the Alps collides with the more moderate mild Mediterranean climate from the Adriatic. Vineyards are located on steep, karst mountain tops, where the temperature is cooler and the soil contains mineral-rich marl, which makes it incredibly helpful in drainage of rainfall.
Tasting Notes: This wine presents aromas of strawberry rhubarb pie, which lead to a rich and slightly salty mouthfeel and a lingering finish.
Pairing: Perfect refreshment for a warm day, this wine will also pair nicely with young cheeses, charcuterie, salads (especially Caprese), baked fish, and roasted vegetables.
Practicing organic: the vineyards have no irrigation, and spraying is done only with sulfites and copper if needed
