Organic Anarchy - Iz Sort Chardonnay, Kerner, Rizling - 2015
Name: Iz Sort Chardonnay, Kerner, Rizling
Winery: Organic Anarchy
Producer: Aci Urbajs
Area: Štajerska (Styrian Slovenia)
Grapes: Chardonnay, Kerner, Renski Rizling (Rhine Riesling)
Type: Macerated on Skins, Neutral Oak, Zero Added Sulfur, Unfiltered
Alcohol: 12,5%
Size: 75 cl
Organic Anarchy - Iz Sort Chardonnay, Kerner, Rizling - 2015
While older vintages lean heavily into savory tertiary notes, the 2015 bottling strikes a breathtaking balance between youthful brightness and skin-contact depth. The tri-varietal blend works in absolute synergy: Chardonnay lends a round, golden texture; Kerner bursts with wild floral and citrus-oil aromatics; and Renski Rizling brings that signature laser beam of acidity.
The Visual: Vibrant, glowing raw amber with brilliant apricot reflections. Unfiltered and cloudy with natural sediment, pulsing with life in the glass.
The Nose: Expressive, sun-kissed, and complex. Aromas of ripe kumquat, dried mango, and yellow plum leap out, underlaid by notes of orange blossom tea, damp river stones, beeswax, and a faint flick of wild, rustic funk.
The Palate: High-octane texture meets electric tension. The skin maceration yields a fine, powdery tannic grip that coats the palate, carrying flavors of salt-baked citrus, dried peach, and savory herbs. Riesling's drive cuts through the richness, leaving a mouthwatering, saline-mineral finish that keeps you reaching for the next sip.
The 2015 Iz Sort Chardonnay, Kerner, Rizling is Aci Urbajs firing on all cylinders. It captures the generous warmth of the 2015 growing season without sacrificing an ounce of tension or drinkability. It is a raw, electric snapshot of Slovenian terroir that showcases just how vibrant and focused zero-sulfur amber wines can be when crafted by a true master.
Best enjoyed: Served at cellar temp (12–14°C / 54–57°F)—avoid over-chilling. Pour into large-bowled glasses and let it open up to reveal its vibrant layers.
