Orange Wines & Natural Wines: Time to Get Funky

Ignacio Ameztoi selects his oldest vines of hondarrabi zuri for Primus, the apex expression of Getariako Txakolina, which we like to drink as we would an unoaked Premier Cru Chablis. Primus is a low-alcohol, next-level txakoli... Read More

Ameztoi’s Txakolina is the wine that has come to define the traditional style of txakolina from Getaria. Light, crisp, refreshing, and low alcohol, Ameztoi Txakolina is bottled with a touch of residual carbon dioxide gas... Read More

Two winemaking legends pool their resources and knowledge on this pleasantly rustic Mencía blend. Black fruits, pepper, and game emerge from the glass while the supple texture make it a great pairing for roast lamb or grilled... Read More

100% Nero d'Avola. From multiple, certified-organic parcels with vines averaging 35 years old, planted on red-sandy, limestone soils and trained in alberello and guyot. The bunches are hand-harvested and destemmed with the... Read More

Bright ruby red color with spicy aromatics and scents of ripe red fruit. Full-bodied, balanced tannins with structure to age gracefully over the next 10 to 13 years.

This deliciously funky natural wine could be the best beer lovers wine in our portfolio. Reminiscent of a Belgian wheat beer with a frothy nature and immediate yeasty aromas, followed by citrus and floral notes. The palate brings... Read More

Intriguing and beautifully layered, this skin-contact Chenin Blanc offers an aromatic profile that jumps out of the glass. The nose is inviting, showcasing notes of ripe, sun-drenched stone fruit layered with a touch of warm ginger... Read More

It is full of dynamic fruit flavors and earthy notes: dried cherries, fresh picked blackberry, and even slight savory herb notes linger on the front of the palate.

Golden yellow hue. Articulated olfactory frame with mature smells and refreshing notes, shell fruit, cucumber and green tea, candied fruit, anise and hay. Good progression to the palate, where amphora maceration enriches and projects... Read More

Pale yellow hue with green highlights. The nose is characterized by fruity and floral notes, crabapples and loquat, robinia flowers and chamomile. Full taste that reflects the initial scentings with hints of vanilla. Fresh and... Read More

Not only is the wine alluring and delicious to smell and taste but the Channing Daughters Ramato possesses an absolutely gorgeous color to admire...star-bright and somewhere between electric orange and burnished copper. There... Read More

The 2021 Ribolla is an aromatic and textural delight. Hand-harvested and fermented on its skins for 20 days like a red wine, this wine displays a polished deep golden color and offers aromas and flavors of chamomile, yellow peaches,... Read More

100% Monemvasia direct pressed and wild fermented with temperature control in stainless steel tanks. Aged for 8 months in stainless steel.

Vous Monemvasia is a monovarietal of the historic and original grape that gave birth to... Read More

This wine is not your typical Vernaccia. It is intentionally oxidized and drinks more like a dry Sherry although it is not fortified.

Ramì is a little lighter and more approachable for white wine drinkers first stepping out into the orange wine category. The skin contact is expressive, but the flavors are approachable and not too intense. A crisp wine... Read More

Bright coral pink. Strawberry, melon, and pomegranate rise from the nose, with a hint of something smokey. The palate is mouth-watering and herbal, with raspberry and more strawberry flavors. This is a thirst-quenching, satisfying... Read More

The vineyards used in Petalos include estate vineyards and rented vineyards in and around the village of Corullon. The vines range in age from 50 - 110 years old. The wine is 85% Mencia; 5% other reds including Alicante Bouschet,... Read More

In the glass, Dettori Bianco 2020 reveals an antique gold colour, palpable and
radiant. The olfactory picture is sunny and joyful, painted by sweet scents that recall tangerine peel, candied apricot, dandelion honey, helichrysum,... Read More

It is the wine of friends who pass by unexpectedly with a local charcuterie and a Saint Nectaire (farmer of course) ... welcome friends! Or, Merci la vie is the wine of occasions… without occasions in fact, just for fun…... Read More

The Domaine des Berioles Mille-Pattes is an explosion of fleshy red fruits and berries on the nose and on the palate, with a pleasant freshness to finish.

This wine is best enjoyed in its youth, with friends over an aperitif,... Read More

A unique in its kind orange, semi-sparkling and semi-dry wine, which impresses with its distinctive and totally traditional vinification. It is produced from the indigenous white wine grape variety Debina with the addition of... Read More

El Impostor is dry, sparkling Cinsault that positively glows with bright pink color. It’s tart and tangy with a sour cherry note that is similar in appearance to a Lambrusco Rosato and similar in flavor to a sour beer or... Read More

On the palate there is high acidity, it is a medium-bodied wine, fresh, and textured. Visually it is a slightly cloudy wine because it is not filtered. The wine starts off with lemon-green tones that become straw-yellow as the... Read More

The Filippo Grasso Ripiddu Etna Rosso appears a ruby red with garnet reflections in the glass. The palate reveals spicy notes with hints of smoke and a dry, full and pleasantly tannic finish.

Enjoy with red meats, game, roasts,... Read More

The Francesco Cadinu Perdas Longas Cannonau di Sardegna appears a bright red garnet color in the glass. A complex bouquet with floral and spicy notes (berries, black cherries, prunes, violet, myrtle, licorice) leads to soft tannins... Read More

Cherry red with violet tones of medium layer, clean and bright. They emphasize the varietal aromas, with a background of red fruits, and certain notes of oak. In its passage through the mouth, enters light, evolves marking a correct... Read More

Aromatics of orange blossom and tropical jackfruit, with moderately tannic dried citrus peels, tea, and preserved apricots on the yeasty and textured palate. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Aromatics of orange blossom and tropical jackfruit, with moderately tannic dried citrus peels, tea, and preserved apricots on the yeasty and textured palate. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.

The Iolei Cannonau di Sardegna appears a ruby red color with violet reflections in the glass. On the nose, cherry, pomegranate juice, fresh laurel, myrtle berries, and cloves notes immediately emerge, with a persistent hint of... Read More

Isastegi is a refreshing, dry natural cider from the verdant mountains of the Basque Country, high above the Bay of Biscay along Spain’s rugged and green northern coast. Innovation meets 500 years of tradition, making the... Read More

The Kapistoni Goruli Mtsvane appears a light amber color in the glass. ​Primary aromas of yellow apples, yellow-fleshed apricot, and orange zest. ​Fresh walnuts, almonds, chestnut honey and spring flowers offer secondary aromas... Read More

The Dunaj grape is seemingly incongruent between what you smell and what you taste. When we first encountered it, we assumed it was some sort of hybrid or PIWI grape. The Muscat-like aromas, deep Teinturier color, grip, acidity... Read More

Dry red wine of the Plavac mali variety, with old charm, but exceptional drinkability despite the high alcohol content. In every sip of Kriz, you can feel the naturalness and softness of the tannins, atypical for black varieties... Read More

A refreshing Basque cider. Ours comes from Izeta Sagardotegia in Guipuzcoa. Organic apples of indigenous variety are fermented naturally using only native yeasts. No filtering, fining, or additives of any kind.

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Assertive and herbacious, with funky overipe citrus, mango and apricot. So bright and fresh, with well balanced mineral perfect to pair with grilled shellfish. A clasically funky orange wine and not for the uninitiated in the... Read More

Medium-bodied, lively, and refreshingly structured, with flavors of red and black berries framed by bright acidity and gentle spice. The texture is smooth yet energetic, with a lifted, food-friendly character and a subtle mineral... Read More

The nose is fresh and unusually fruity for a sherry, thanks to sun-drying (asoleo) and limited flor influence. Notes of stewed apple, peach, soy, curry, and nuts, with light oxidative touches. Fuller and rounder than classic Finos,... Read More

The wine features a bright orange color with a slightly cloudy appearance. The nose is spicy and forward, with a distinct grapefruit skin aroma, along with notes of peach and apricot. The palate is soft with a bit of tannin from... Read More

Makarounas Winery Promara is a rare white wine showcasing the indigenous Cypriot grape Promara, cultivated from ungrafted, single-vineyard vines in Letymbou, Paphos. Fermented spontaneously and aged for five months in amphorae,... Read More

Lovely youthful color and aromas of candy, caramel, white peach, rose petals and fresh flowers. In the mouth pronounced, cool acidity, moderate body and alcohol and persistent after taste. Α rose food wine with volume and... Read More

This young Mencía is varietal and juicy, with notes of licorice, wild berries, flowers and herbs.

The nose is evocative of autumn on multiple sensory levels, with aromas of fennel fronds, chamomile tea, almonds, and tangerine that lead into a full but delicately rendered palate. Vitorchiano’s volcanic soils come through... Read More

Notes of orange peel, dried tangerine, and ripe pear mingle with hints of anise, ginger, and savory herbs. Accents of dried flowers and a meditative earthiness lend depth and character. This is a more concentrated, textured, and... Read More

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It displays a golden yellow color with slight haziness and a dense texture.

Expressive aromas evoke green apple, kiwi, passion fruit, melon, pomelo, jasmine flower, scents of... Read More

Aromas and flavors of ripe apples and some notes reminiscent of chalk or an apple core. Dry, light-bodied and refreshing with a touch of tannin derived from the time spent on the skins.

The wine has an intense cherry color with a slightly cloudy hue. On the nose, it offers vibrant aromas of black cherry and fresh plum. The palate is fresh and persistent, with silky, soft tannins and a lush floral character that... Read More

On the palate, big, dry, tannic (that's because of the skins) with a sourness that some people liken to beer, aromas of orange peel, hazelnut and sourdough. A robust wine, you can pair it with almost anything, especially strong,... Read More

This is a fresh wine, with vibrant red cherry fruit and crushed Mediterranean herbs on the nose. The palette is juicy, round with refreshing acidity and offers up cherries, violets, and a hint of chocolate.

50% Aleatico, 50% Grechetto... Read More

Dominated by citrus with notes of odine and herbal fragrances with a prominent acidity backbone. Rich mouthfeel with high acidity.

This is probably the most deeply red-fruited and mineral Pelaverga we know, not nearly as rustic and peppery as many others in the region. Gorgeous.

One of the early success stories in the modern-day revival of skin-macerated white wines, Bea’s beloved “Arboreus” originates from exceedingly old Trebbiano vines in the village of Spoleto. A striking instance... Read More

Similarly large-scaled as the San Valentino above, the Pipparello is more overwhelmingly brooding, and even more intense in its concentration. The ultra-savory nose is a thick swamp of camphor, black olives, fresh tar, and sandalwood,... Read More

The Paolo Bea Montefalco Sagrantino Cerrete is intense in nearly every aspect, with a deep violet color, robust tannins, and power that announces itself from the first aromas through the persistent finish. Despite all of this... Read More

Bea produces perhaps his most renowned wine from pure Sagrantino grown on the prized hilltop site of Pagliaro, situated at 1300 feet above sea level in Montefalco proper. The only wines that approach Bea’s in that regard... Read More

Bea’s rare and mind-bendingly complex passito (the traditional method for making Sagrantino di Montefalco, in fact) comes from pure Sagrantino harvested at a high sugar levels and left to dry on straw mats completely naturally... Read More

This sun-marked 2019, clocking in at 14% alcohol and with a formidable 45-day maceration, is a potent and brooding wine that makes no concessions to polite society. Significant in its tannins, it nonetheless presents them in such... Read More

Compared to the relatively racy Arboreus and the typically chiseled Lapideus, the Santa Chiara often swaggers out of the bottle with macerated peaches, brassy spice notes, a liberal dash of white pepper, and candied citrus. Despite... Read More

Aromas of guava, quince, and jasmine, with hints of peach, sage, and ginger, creating a complex and inviting bouquet. The palate is fresh and clean, featuring flavors of lime, crisp yellow apple, and subtle floral notes. A week-long... Read More

Crafted from flavorful Nerello Mascalese grapes, this wine radiates strength and intensity. and boasts a ruby red color tending towards garnet. e flavor profile has notes of blackberry and wild currant, hints of black pepper... Read More

80% Chardonnay/20% Tocai Friulano

Slatnik starts with organic Chard and Tocai bunches harvested by hand and destemmed. The berries are co-fermented with natural yeasts in oak vats with no sulfur or temperature control and a 10-14-day... Read More

A mencía-dominant field blend with Bastardo (Trousseau), Garnacha Tintorera (Alicante Bouschet), Palomino, Doña Blanca and more • blended from many different parcels, mostly planted between the 1890s and the... Read More

The Ribeiro Santo Automatico appears a crystaline color in the glass with stone fruit and citrus aromas. On the palate it shows freshness and youth, with a zesty acidity and a captivating persistence. Our most natural and uncomplicated... Read More

33% Moscatel, 36% Chasselas (Corinto Bianco), 31% Semillón sourced from 100+ year-old vines. Grapes are 100% destemmed. Fermentation occurs spontaneously with native yeast in concrete tanks, with 1-3 punchdowns per day.... Read More

The Saints Hills Black appears an intensive ruby red color with purple nuances in the glass. Black is a very good represent of Plavac mali variety. On the nose, You can find a lot of cherry and plum scents, as well as some mediterranean... Read More

Typical aromas of Malbec. Fresh fruit and a hint of plums and cherries Great body and structure. Deep in mouth. Pleasant finish with a taste of plums jam.

It is a wine crafted under the Clarete method, arising from the fermentation of red and white grapes, the latter in smaller proportion. Composed of 80% Malbec and 20% Torrontés, it is a wine with a light color and a strong... Read More

Stands out for its muscat aromas. It presents aromas of white fruits such us peaches, rose petals, jasmine and geraniums. At the finish, citrus aromas of lemon peel can be appreciated. Refreshing and bold acidity, with medium... Read More

This red blend is predominantly Cinsault with a light seasoning of Pinotage, grown in the Lower Helderberg area. It is an immensely juicy and moreish expression, fit to bursting with ripe, juicy red berries. If you like a crunchier,... Read More

Hurluberlu is crafted from 20 distinct parcels and stands as the estate's largest cuvée. The name Hurluberlu is actually Sebastien's nickname, bestowed upon him by the villagers, meaning someone with their head... Read More

A complex wine humming with flavours of chamomile, dried apricot and ginger that's made for a lamb tagine with saffron rice.

Raspberry, black cherry, and herbes de Provence on the nose. Lively palate with plum, orange zest, bright aromatics, smooth tannins, and a refined finish.

The Storm Point Rose appears a bright pale rose color in the glass. The nose opens with white flowers, raspberry, and strawberry, leading into a fresh and energetic palate with plenty of red fruit and herbal notes. It’s... Read More

A slow approach to this wine is suggested; in the glass can express itself in multifaceted and diverse ways, giving growing feelings of pleasure to those who wait.

Ideal with many dishes of sea and land, even more structured or... Read More

Floral with powdered sugar and blood orange that entice on the nose. Citrus notes and fresh acidity add vibrancy to the palate. Hoof & Lur” is an excellent accompaniment to dishes based on Mediterranean dishes and seafood.... Read More

Dark ruby ​​red, in the nose impressions of cherries with a delicate peppery note, on the palate peppery, spicy with cherry and sour cherry aromas, full-bodied, mild and round on the palate.

Soft on the palate, medium-bodied with expressive aromas of ripe peaches, citrus fruit, and hazel nuts which mix and mingle to create a whole which is greater than its parts; a vibrant touch of acidity complete sand balances the... Read More

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This lovely bianco is made from a very rare clone of what used to be called the Tocai Friulano grape variety. This clone is... Read More

From a remote plot of forty year old vines, it spends two days on skins and a year in old casks. This is a benchmark for the varietal, combining the grape’s gorgeous aromatics and cleansing acidity with impeccable balance.... Read More

Ruby red with light garnet hues in color. On the nose it is pleasant and fragrant, with notes of dried violet, cherries, peach, myrtle liqueur, dark spices. Persistent red fruit and earthy aromas, followed by a mix of bitter-sweet... Read More