The 2006 Vitovska Collection is a late-release selection from Zidarich. A big, dramatic white, the wine sweeps across the palate in stunning style. The 2006 Vitovska Collection impresses for its fabulous balance, depth and totally intriguing personality. Sweet peaches, apricots, tangerine, mint, herbs and flowers are some of the nuances that emerge from the glass. Despite the wine’s richness, there is no sense whatsoever of heaviness. The unique qualities of the Carso are on full display in this magnificent and totally complete wine. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019. GPS isn’t much use in the Carso, one of the most remote corners of Friuli. This rugged stretch of mountains lies above Trieste, with views of the ocean and a microclimate that is very much its own. Beniamino Zidarich somehow managed to paintakingly carve a multi-level cellar out of the rock. But it is really the wines that are most notable. Over the years, Zidarich has fine-tuned his approach and it shows. Zidarich ferments his whites with some skin contact, but prefers to keep that time shorter than many of his colleagues who have adopted a similar approach. Zidarich is one of the most exciting growers in Italy. His wines merit serious attention. A visit to Zidarich is essential for anyone who has a serious interest in the wines, people and culture of the Carso. Importer: A.I. Selections, Astoria, NY; tel. (718) 777-2243