ACI URBAJS
SLOVENIA | ŠTAJERSKA
Aci Urbajs’ first insight to the art of winemaking was in 1969 when his parents bought a small parcel of an old vineyard. While learning under the wing of his father, he developed an affinity towards nature. He understood the responsibility that growers carry in treating the soil and handling the grapes. Following his passion, he moved to an old cottage on the hill of Rifnik, after graduating from University. There, he expanded his knowledge and experience by working on a 1ha abandoned vineyard.
A strong advocate for nature-friendly viticulture, Aci does not use any chemicals. Instead, he enhances biodiversity by keeping horses and using only natural resources to protect the vineyard.
Aci discovered the methods of biodynamics in 1998 through his agriculture research. As a result, he started making wine without sulphur. Working only by hand with the help of his family, he cultivates old vines of Kerner, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir and Blaufrankisch. He believes his hands-off approach to making wine, is the only way in which nature is brought to life.
Layers and layers of honey, peach, camomile and pine nuts wonderfully balanced and vibrant. complex and refined. To be enjoyed straight away but has also fantastic ageing potential. A true natural wine. Be opened to it and let it rest a few days once it arrives.
Winemaker | Aci Urbajs
Region | Stajerska, Slovenia
Variety | Pinot Gris
Viticulture | Biodynamic certified
Soil | Marl
Altitude | 450 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 900 bottles
Vinification
The grapes are de-stemmed and fermented in open vat fermenter for 2 weeks with gentle extraction. The wine ages in in very old Slovenian oak barrels for 12 months before bottling without fining, filtration or any addition of SO2.
Lime pill, white truffle and sage - a wine that is infinitely complex and shows a different face to everyone. Smooth and textured with a surprisingly vibrant mineral finish. Exceptional natural wine.
Winemaker | Aci Urbajs
Region | Stajerska, Slovenia
Variety | Riesling, Kerner, Chardonnay
Viticulture | Biodynamic certified
Soil | Marl
Altitude | 450 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 300 bottles
Vinification
The grapes are de-stemmed and fermented in open vat fermenter for 2 weeks with gentle extraction. The wine ages in in very old Slovenian oak barrels for 12 months before bottling without fining, filtration or any addition of SO2. 2013 was a really hot summer, with rainfall in autumn resulting in a difficult picking season of very ripe grapes.