{"title":"Orange Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"40\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eDiscover Our Orange Wines Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"43\" data-start=\"40\"\u003eBold, textured, and totally different – the natural charm of orange wine, ready to explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhat is Orange Wine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"523\" data-start=\"143\"\u003eOrange wine isn’t made with oranges – it’s white wine made like red. Instead of separating the juice straight away, winemakers leave the white grape skins in contact with the juice during fermentation. This ancient technique – dating back over 8,000 years to Georgia – gives the wine its distinctive amber hue, gentle tannins, and rich, layered flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"865\" data-start=\"525\"\u003eWhether it’s a couple of days on skins or a few months in clay pots (called \u003cem data-end=\"610\" data-start=\"601\"\u003eqvevris\u003c\/em\u003e), skin-contact white wine – or \u003cem data-end=\"655\" data-start=\"642\"\u003eorange wine\u003c\/em\u003e – is all about texture, complexity, and a bit of attitude. It’s the perfect middle ground between \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-wine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ered wine\u003c\/a\u003e and white wine, with just enough grip to make it brilliant with food, but fresh enough to enjoy on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"865\" data-start=\"525\"\u003eOrange wine, a brief history\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe technique of fermentation and ageing white wines on skins goes back around 8,000 years to Georgia, where the grape juice together with the skins were placed in large terracotta vessels called q\u003cem\u003evevris.\u003c\/em\u003e These were buried under the ground and sealed shut with beeswax. Traditionally, these were called ‘amber’ wines, with the term 'orange wine' only being coined around 2004 by a British wine merchant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"872\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"872\"\u003eWhat does orange wine taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"912\" data-start=\"909\"\u003eFlavour-wise, orange wine sits on a wide spectrum depending on the grape, the winemaker, and how long it spends on skins. Some are fruity and floral with notes of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1191\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1114\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003ePeach, apricot, and orange peel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1155\" data-start=\"1117\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1155\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1153\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003eGinger, chamomile, and jasmine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1191\" data-start=\"1156\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1191\" data-start=\"1158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1191\" data-start=\"1158\"\u003eHoney, spice, and dried herbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1405\" data-start=\"1193\"\u003eOthers lean more savoury, nutty and structured, with tea-like tannins and a grippy, dry finish. However you like your wine – bright and fresh or bold and earthy – there’s likely an orange wine that hits the spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1405\" data-start=\"1193\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1436\" data-start=\"1412\"\u003eWhy try orange wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1439\" data-start=\"1436\"\u003e✔ Unique flavour profile – like no white wine you’ve had before\u003cbr data-end=\"1505\" data-start=\"1502\"\u003e✔ Great for food pairings thanks to added structure and tannins\u003cbr data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1568\"\u003e✔ Naturally made – often organic, biodynamic and low-intervention\u003cbr data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003e✔ Visually stunning – amber tones and cloudy hues that spark curiosity\u003cbr data-end=\"1712\" data-start=\"1709\"\u003e✔ Ideal for adventurous wine lovers wanting something new\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1806\" data-start=\"1776\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1804\" data-start=\"1776\"\u003eHow to enjoy orange wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1906\" data-start=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1906\" data-start=\"1809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1809\"\u003eServe slightly chilled\u003c\/strong\u003e, not fridge-cold – around 10–14°C brings out the best of the flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2001\" data-start=\"1907\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2001\" data-start=\"1909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1928\" data-start=\"1909\"\u003eGive it a swirl\u003c\/strong\u003e – unfiltered orange wines may have some sediment, which adds character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2002\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2059\" data-start=\"2004\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2022\" data-start=\"2004\"\u003ePair with food\u003c\/strong\u003e – orange wines love bold flavours:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2062\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2062\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2064\"\u003eThink \u003cstrong data-end=\"2123\" data-start=\"2070\"\u003emezze, tagines, miso-glazed veg, or roast chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2130\"\u003ePerfect with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2162\" data-start=\"2143\"\u003eroot vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"2164\"\u003espiced dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and even \u003cstrong data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003echeese boards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2716\" data-start=\"2669\"\u003eLooking for the best orange wine in the UK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2719\" data-start=\"2716\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYou’re in the right place. Our collection includes top picks from Italy, Georgia, Slovenia, France, and beyond – all available for delivery across the UK. Filter by region, grape or food pairing to find your perfect match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to dive in? Explore our orange wines above and discover why this ancient style has become the modern wine drinker’s go-to for something a little bit different. If you'd like to buy orange wine as a gift, we have a \u003ca title=\"Orange Wine Triple Pack\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/products\/orange-wine-triple-pack\"\u003ethree bottle\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Orange wine 6 bottle case\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/products\/orange-wine-6-bottle-case\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esix bottle case\u003c\/a\u003e or you can turn any bottle into a gift with our range of \u003ca title=\"Browse our range of gift boxes and turn any bottle into a gift.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/collections\/gift-packaging\"\u003egift packaging.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about orange wine over at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/orange-wine-what-s-it-all-about\" title=\"Read our blog: Orange Wine - what’s it all about?\"\u003eblogs:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/orange-wine-what-s-it-all-about\"\u003eThe Rise Of Orange Wine: A Guide To The Best Orange Wine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/what-is-orange-wine-amp-why-is-everyone-talking-about-it\"\u003eWhat Is Orange Wine and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/orange-wine-pairings-you-need-to-try-this-season\"\u003eOrange Wine Pairings You Need to Try This Season\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"solaraorangeviiletimisului2021","title":"Solara Orange wine 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Solara Orange wine \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA popular and easy-drinking \u003cstrong\u003eRomanian orange wine\u003c\/strong\u003e from Viile Timisului.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with care by \u003cstrong\u003eSolara\u003c\/strong\u003e at the modern and dynamic Cramele Recas Estate. This 2024 release showcases full skin-contact maceration, elegant stone fruit character, and a refreshing, structured profile. The nose has delicate aromas of quince, poire william, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, the wine is fresh and structured, with fruit flavours of ripe stone fruits, balanced by a gentle tannins, finishing clean. An easy-going, minimal-intervention wine. Perfect for adventurous wine lovers and modern food pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManchego or a mature Cheddar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eroasted squash, lentils, or a Moroccan-style tagine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast or grilled chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the press\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Orange wine’s tannins can shock the unprepared: “What’s this red-wine-like texture doing in a wine that looks like an old white?” This well made, well priced example has a little of that but not too much grip and it’s combined with creamy apricot and subtle bitterness. A great starter example for the style.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Link to article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/food\/2024\/mar\/19\/very-sweet-very-sour-very-challenging-welcome-to-the-world-of-extreme-wines#:~:text=Cramele%20Recas%20Solara%20Orange%20Wine\"\u003eDavid Williams - The Guardian, March 2024\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Solara orange wine is by far our most popular and most accessible orange wine and has helped introduced the style to so many people. It is less tannic than some other skin-contact whites, which allows the fruit to shine.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCramele Recas Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e has grown into Romania’s most successful winery, blending innovation with respect for the land. Founded in 1988 and now led by Philip and Elvira Cox, the estate combines centuries-old vineyard plots with modern, state-of-the-art facilities. Their open-minded approach embraces organic viticulture, natural wines, and minimal intervention, ensuring each bottle reflects the purity and vibrancy of the Romanian terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it’s made:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarieties: 34% Riesling de Rhin, 27% Muscat Ottonel, 39% other indigenous varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-harvested grapes, destemmed and lightly crushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 weeks maceration with full skin contact at low temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% fermented in clay amphorae, 80% in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% malolactic fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlended and lightly aged for 2 months in 1-year-old French barriques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural cold stabilization and bottling with no filtration or added SO₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viile Timisului, Romania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange, still, medium-bodied white wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screw cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eRomanian orange wine\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique expression of natural winemaking, combining vibrant fruit, elegant structure, and pure freshness. Ideal for pairing with cheese, seafood, or chicken, it’s a versatile and exciting wine for modern palates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31500271976561,"sku":"2135_W","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/Productimage-Inthepressroundels_1.jpg?v=1765451651"},{"product_id":"fattoria-vaira-vincenzo-blanco","title":"Fattoria di Vaira, Vincenzo Blanco 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Fattoria di Vaira, Vincenzo Blanco 2023\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA naturally made orange wine from the heart of Molise.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVincenzo Blanco\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great introduction to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reservewines.co.uk\/collections\/orange-wines\"\u003eorange wines\u003c\/a\u003e, this blend of Fiano and Falanghina grapes is full of vibrant peaches and apricots with apple, quince and crunchy yellow plums. Time spent on skins offers just enough tannin to keep things interesting - not dissimilar to iced tea - backed up by plenty of clean, refreshing minerality on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're into natural wine, this is the kind of bottle that’ll win you over – complex, expressive and far too easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChickpea tagine with preserved lemon and spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken with fennel and orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheese: aged pecorino or a salty hard goat’s cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Fresh and feisty – lemon peel, green apple, and a hint of wild herbs. A natural orange wine with real energy. Brilliant with veggie dishes or a sunny lunch outside.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFattoria di Vaira\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the largest biodynamic farms in southern Italy, based in the quiet, under-the-radar region of Molise. More than just a winery, it's a working farm growing vines, grains, vegetables and raising animals – all with a strong focus on sustainability and respect for nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVincenzo Blanco\u003c\/strong\u003e is their orange wine, made naturally from white grapes grown on clay-limestone soils. It's fermented with native yeasts and left to rest on its skins for a few days, giving the wine its amber colour and distinctive texture. Unfiltered, unfined, and bottled with minimal sulphur, it’s a pure expression of place and process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it’s made:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite grapes grown organically and biodynamically in Molise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpontaneous fermentation with native yeasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin contact during fermentation (short maceration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnfined, unfiltered, minimal sulphur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottled as a natural orange wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molise, Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend of local white varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange wine \/ Skin-contact white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRustic, real and seriously refreshing – \u003cstrong\u003eVincenzo Blanco\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great introduction to orange wine, made by the brilliant team at \u003cstrong\u003eFattoria di Vaira\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s the kind of bottle that sparks conversation and makes food sing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fat. di Vaira Vincenzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39504357261425,"sku":"4774_C6","price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/Vincenzo_orange_5_off_6.jpg?v=1765453379"},{"product_id":"rallo-vicoletto-catarratto","title":"Rallo, Vicoletto Catarratto 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Rallo Vicoletto Orange\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant and characterful \u003cstrong\u003eSicilian orange wine\u003c\/strong\u003e from the hillside vineyards of Alcamo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRallo Vicoletto is a bright, breezy wine that brims with citrus, orchard fruit, and a savoury, mineral edge. Made from organically grown Catarratto grapes, it captures the sunshine and wild charm of this traditional Sicilian variety. Slightly hazy orange in colour thanks to its natural winemaking, this Catarratto delivers expressive aromas of zesty citrus, peach, crisp apple, and a touch of wild herbs. On the palate, it’s dry and fresh, with flavours of lemon peel, green apple, and stone fruit, finishing with a lightly saline twist and a subtle almond note for extra complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan lemon risotto or grilled courgettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFried white fish with a squeeze of lemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, creamy cheeses such as mozzarella or goat’s cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This one’s all about easy charm – peachy fruit, gentle florals, and a breezy, unfussy vibe. It feels like a relaxed stroll through a Sicilian market on a summer’s day.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRallo Azienda Agricola\u003c\/strong\u003e is a family-run estate with deep roots in Sicily’s Alcamo hills. The Vesco family has been producing organic wines here for generations, focusing on purity, sustainability, and respect for tradition. Their hillside vineyards benefit from sandy soils and cooler nights, which help retain freshness and aromatic lift in their wines – the hallmark of this region’s best bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it’s made:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarieties: 100% Catarratto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-harvested earlier in the season to preserve freshness and acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90% fermented off skins in stainless steel, 10% fermented on skins for 12 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural fermentation with indigenous yeasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottled without stabilisation, fining, or filtration, with very low sulphur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alcamo, Sicily, Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange, still, dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synthetic cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSicilian orange wine\u003c\/strong\u003e is all about personality – lively citrus, orchard fruit, and a gentle herbal lift wrapped up in a fresh, mineral style. It’s incredibly food-friendly, pairs beautifully with Mediterranean flavours, and brings a little slice of Sicilian sunshine to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rallo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39847669760113,"sku":"7994_C4","price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/Rallo_Orange_5_off_6.jpg?v=1765452222"},{"product_id":"achillee-pepin-orange-nv","title":"Achillee Pepin Orange NV","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Achillee Pepin Orange NV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA bright and expressive natural orange wine from Alsace.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fabulous orange wine from Alsace. The colour is simply stunning: copper\/smoked salmon. On the nose it’s about the spice: coriander, pepper, ginger. Hints of grapefruit and orange, really perfumed. Palate is intense and very focused with those spices and exotic citrus, a bit of apricot, very fine but obvious tannins. Very long too.  A great aromatic blend that work perfectly with that skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiced cauliflower steaks with tahini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted pumpkin and goats cheese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamb koftas with sumac and yoghurt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheese: Manchego or aged Gouda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This has all the classic Alsace aromatic varieties which really work well when there's slightly heavier skin-contact. It has a richer texture, lots of sweet spice, ripe fruit and firmer tannins, a great orange for someone a bit further along their natural wine journey and great for food pairing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchillee's entire vineyard has been organically farmed for over twenty years and biodynamic since 2003. Scattered throughout central Alsace, their grapes benefit from the best care from their fabulous team. The very varied terroir is made up of gravel, sandstone, clay, granite and shale. The diversity of their vineyard, enhanced by a large amount of manual work and non-interventionist vinification, allows for great typicity in the wines. They vinify all Alsatian grape varieties naturally, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Sylvaner, Muscat, exclusively with native yeasts and without any input during fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a blend of Gewürztraminer, Pinot Auxerrois, Silvaner and Pinot Gris. Skin contact is 4 days, No added sulphites: \u0026lt;10 mg\/L, unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alsace, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Field blend of Alsace white varieties (often Pinot Gris, Riesling, Gewürztraminer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Current release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange wine (skin-contact white)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic, Biodynamic, Vegan, Low intervention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePépin Orange is natural wine with a light touch – fun, expressive, and perfect for sharing. If you're into low-intervention styles or just fancy something a bit different, this bottle’s a winner. A gateway orange for the curious, and a fridge favourite for the converted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Achillee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47361271071038,"sku":"SK-00584","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/RedWineChristmasGift.jpg?v=1696251911"},{"product_id":"rook-en-spieels-waas-semillon-2023","title":"Rook en Spieels, Waas Semillon 2024\/25","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Rook en Spieels, Waas Semillon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of Orange wine that would also appeal to white wine drinkers. There's texture from the subtle tannins yes, but it is delightfully drinkable. The nose is fresh with aromas of ripe peach and apricot. The palate builds on this with a creamy texture before the bright acidity freshens up with a pithy finish. Bright modern wine that's perfect for now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry this with fried chicken with a rainbow 'slaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"If you're looking for an easy way into orange wine, this is a great place to start. It is bright, clean, fruity and fresh while still offering the texture that this style is known for. If you love the Solara Orange wine, this is for you.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced exclusively for Moreno Wines, this wine is naturally fermented and macerated on the skins with daily punch downs to increase flavour and texture, before being put through a basket press. The wine is left to settle in tank before being transferred to concrete eggs and flexcubes (vessels designed to incorporate oxygen in the ageing process with more control and consistency than traditional barrels).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rook en Spieels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47368311701822,"sku":"SK-00663","price":13.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/RedWineChristmasGift_14.jpg?v=1739359053"},{"product_id":"cortese-nostru-orange-2023","title":"Cortese Nostru Orange-Utan 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Cortese Nostru Orange-Utan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sicilian orange wine brings together organically grown Inzolia and Zibibbo grapes to create a delicious, fruity and fresh drop. The wine gets its orange colour from contact with the grape skins. Aromas of orange peel, dried apricot, wild herbs, and a hint of spice. The palate is zesty and dry, with tangy citrus, stone fruit, and gentle tannins adding texture. Refreshing acidity carries through to a clean, slightly savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat as an aperitif and versatile with fish dishes with aromatic spices and garlicky pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Zesty, textured, and just a bit wild – citrus peel, apricot, and gentle grip. A friendly intro to orange wine, perfect with mezze, spice, or a good sunset.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCortese, produce wine in the most traditional and natural way to reflect the true character of the estate’s terroir and its grape varieties. Taking tradition as their inspiration, they started to employ ancient wine-making techniques such as fermentation in terracotta. The resulting wines reflect the combination of modern technology and traditional techniques, with every nuance of the terroir showing through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wines are fermented on the skins at a controlled temperature of between 17 and 19 °C. The Inzolia is macerated for 2-3 weeks, Zibibbo for 6 weeks with daily, gentle punching down during the 7-10 days of fermentation. Once the fermentation if finished the wines are then blended together and left on fine lees for about 3 months before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cortese","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50117037654334,"sku":"SK-01418","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/CorteseOrange_2.jpg?v=1765093336"},{"product_id":"maremosso-bianco-catarratto-igp-2022","title":"Maremosso Bianco Catarratto IGP 2022\/24","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Maremosso Catarratto\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA bright, sun-kissed orange wine from coastal Sicily.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaremosso\u003c\/strong\u003e is the new name for the popular Baglio Antico Catarratto, an \u003cstrong\u003eItalian orange wine\u003c\/strong\u003e made up of 100% Catarratto grapes. The juice in this bottle is the same quality stuff which spend a few weeks macerating on their skins to extract colour, flavour and texture during wild yeast fermentation. The wine is bottled without fining or filtration and with low sulfur and they use \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic practices\u003c\/strong\u003e in the vineyards. The wine itself has a lovely pithy texture, full of ginger, sweet spices and savory herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Food Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair this with a cauliflower and apricot vegetable tagine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoan Fish curry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheese: ricotta salata or young pecorino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIn The Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the Baglio Antico Catarratto label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...the first port of call for fans of this frequently delicious genre, offering great bottles such as this red-apple, tangy Sicilian orange wine.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/food\/2024\/feb\/20\/heres-the-single-most-important-bit-of-information-on-a-wine-bottle-importers#:~:text=Cantine%20Rallo%20Baglio%20Terre%20Siciliane\"\u003eDavid Williams - The Guardian, 20 February 2024\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This has quickly become one of our bestselling orange wines. It is a great introduction to the style. It has the pithiness you expect, along with some bright apple and apricot fruit and a spicy finish. Enjoy this with friends over sharing platters of food.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vesco family took over the Ciello winery 10 years ago and have since revolutionised the vineyard practices and invested heavily in cutting-edge technology for the winery and bottling line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir hundred hectares of organic vineyards are located high up in the hills above Alcamo. The wines are all certified organic and planted on south-east facing slopes on sandy soils 150 – 300m above sea level. The climate is well suited for producing the best quality grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Its Made:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-harvested at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural yeast fermentations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMacerated on skins for a few weeks during fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe wines are unfiltered and unfined and have a hazy appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow sulphur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sicily, Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catarratto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange Wine (Skin-contact)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple, honest winemaking delivering a fresh and enjoyable orange wine that's a great introduction to the style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maremosso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172692300094,"sku":"SK-01443","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/MAREMOSSO_5_off_6.jpg?v=1765453673"},{"product_id":"casa-balaguer-tragolargo-blanco-2023","title":"Casa Balaguer, Tragolargo Blanco 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Casa Balaguer Tragolargo Blanco 2023\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s one for the adventurous wine drinkers. Casa Balaguer’s Tragolargo Blanco 2023 is an organic orange wine from sunny Valencia, and it’s got bags of personality. Made mostly with Moscatel grapes, along with Malvasia and Merseguera, it’s as natural as they come – no sulphites, minimal intervention, and a 30 days of skin contact to give it that golden glow. For those who like their wine a bit different – and a lot delicious\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it’s all orange blossom and fennel – fresh, floral, and a little bit herbal. Take a sip, and you’re greeted with apricot, a touch of sweetness upfront, and a savoury twist that dries out nicely on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry this with charcuterie, roasted chicken or pork, grilled veg, or even a bit of spice. A proper versatile drop that’s as easygoing as it is intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"As Orange wines becomes more popular we're always on the look out for great bottles that balance the texture of skin-contact white with great fruit. This very drinkable wine from Casa Balaguer ticks all the boxes. I'd enjoy this with a fish curry.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasa Balaguer owners Andres Carull and Martina Ribera are the third generation of vine growers at the estate, continuing the hard work started by their grandparents over 65 years ago. As the first generation to make bottled wine their philosophy is to produce high quality wines with as little human intervention in the winery as possible. In order to achieve this the work that takes place in their fields is fundamental. Everything is done to favour the best quality grapes produced under the strict principles of organic and biodynamic agriculture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTragolargo white wine is made from Moscatel vines located in the Salinas de la Mata Natural Park in Torrevieja and Malvasía from Puerto de La Harina Estate in Villena. Booth plots have very sandy and saline soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are hand harvested in July – August using small crates. After a strict selection process at the winery the grapes are then gently fermented with the skins with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks. Contact time with skins 30 days. 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It’s beautifully balanced, with flavours that linger just enough to make you reach for another glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry it with roast duck with an apricot glaze or creamy blue cheeses like stilton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love this wine for its balance of ripe fruit and a touch of spice - it’s everything I admire about this producer’s attention to detail. Ideal for a relaxed Sunday lunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Schlehe Amber 2023 by Arndorfer reflects the winery’s commitment to natural, expressive winemaking. Arndorfer, led by Anna and Martin Arndorfer, is an Austrian pioneer in natural wine, based in the Kamptal region. Their organic-certified vineyards thrive on diverse soils, including chalk, loess, and Bohemian Massive rock, influenced by the Pannonian climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for minimal intervention, Arndorfer crafts wines that are unfined, unfiltered, and low in added sulphur.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M. A. Arndorfer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54857597944190,"sku":"SK-01740","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5962\/files\/MA_Arndorfer_Schlehe_Amber_2023.jpg?v=1732721818"},{"product_id":"ancre-hill-orange-wine-2022","title":"Ancre Hill, Orange Wine 2022","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Ancre Hill, Orange Wine 2022\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eA real conversation-starter, this still Welsh Orange Wine is anything but ordinary. Bursting with bright tangerine and citrus peel, it also carries a lovely earthiness, a hint of spice, and a savoury, orchard-fresh quality. The skin contact gives it a velvety texture with gentle tannins and a long, complex finish. Serve it slightly chilled for the best experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eTry this with slow-roasted pork belly with crispy crackling, butternut squash and sage risotto, or aged Comté or a nutty, hard sheep’s cheese like Manchego.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\"I love wines with a story, and this one’s a proper page-turner. Orange wine can sometimes be quite bold, but this is so well-balanced—tangy, textured, and full of character. It’s got enough depth to stand up to rich food but is fresh enough to sip on its own. A cracking bottle to bring to a dinner party if you want to impress (or intrigue) your friends!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eAncre Hill Estates is a small but mighty Welsh winery in Monmouthshire, where Richard and Joy Morris have been crafting wines with real heart and soul since 2006. Their 12 hectares of vineyards are farmed organically and biodynamically, meaning everything is done in harmony with nature—no chemicals, no shortcuts, just pure, expressive winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis still Orange Wine is made from a blend of Albariño, Chardonnay, Solaris and Ortega grapes. The grapes are left on their skins for up to 50 days, giving the wine its deep golden colour and complex texture. Fermentation happens naturally in oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, and the wine spends ten months ageing on its lees, developing layers of character. 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