From old Ribolla vines rooted in the stony marls of Oslavia, locally known as ponca, this is Gravner’s benchmark wine — and, for many, the highest standard of orange wines. Made according to his elemental “4×6” method — six months of skin maceration in buried Georgian amphorae, followed by six months off skins, six years in large Slavonian oak, and at least six months in bottle — it reflects a radically uncompromising philosophy rooted in patience, purity, and deep respect for nature. Fermentation occurs spontaneously with native yeasts and no temperature control.

The 2013 vintage, marked by heavy rains and a harvest that extended into early November, brings a brooding, autumnal character. Deep amber in color, it opens with aromas of dried apricot, orange peel, and forest floor. The palate is structured and textured, with vibrant acidity and firm phenolics and integrated tannins leading to a long, sapid finish. Meditative, powerful, and full of quiet energy — a wine to return to whenever the occasion allows. Serve at 12–18°C.