Orange Wine

Expert Selections to Navigate the Thanksgiving Wine Menu

Nov

Wine FactsChampagne, Macvin, Orange Wine, Riesling, Wine Pairing

Expert Selections to Navigate the Thanksgiving Wine Menu

Most hosts struggle to bridge the gap between savory poultry and sweet desserts, but the secret lies in choosing bottles with high acidity. From bright Champagne to niche French macvin, these expert-selected pours ensure every course finds its perfect match.

Beyond Riesling: Discovering the unexpected depth of Alsace

Jul

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Wine FactsAlsace Wine, Field Blends, French Viticulture, Orange Wine, Pinot Noir

Beyond Riesling: Discovering the unexpected depth of Alsace

While most travelers flock to Alsace solely for Riesling, they are missing the sophisticated reds and textured orange wines defining this region. Shifting climates are even driving historic wineries to experiment with Syrah to redefine their legendary identity.

Orange wine is often just expensive liquid sherry

Jun

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Wine FactsMaceration, Natural Wine, Orange Wine, Sherry, Skin-Contact Wine

Orange wine is often just expensive liquid sherry

Many enthusiasts are paying premium prices for amber hues that trade citrus promises for the heavy, nutty weight of an Amontillado sherry. This trendy category often relies on skin-contact branding to mask what is essentially an oxidative byproduct of maceration.

Southern Oregon Vineyard Adds Disclaimer to Orange Wine Amid Confusion

Jun

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Wine FactsBeverage Terminology, Federal Disclaimer, Lavender Fields, Orange Wine, Sparkling Wine

Southern Oregon Vineyard Adds Disclaimer to Orange Wine Amid Confusion

Federal regulators forced a Southern Oregon vineyard to label its orange wine as grape-based, not fruit-derived, sparking debate over evolving beverage terminology. The sparkling Mariposa Naranja, made from grapes, defies expectations with its bright, earthy flavor—and a necessary disclaimer.