Natural Wines
Natural Wine Definition
According to latest edition of The Oxford Companion to Wine:
- Grapes are typically grown by small-scale, independent producers.
- Grapes are hand-picked from sustainable, organic, or biodynamic vineyards.
- Wine is fermented with no added yeast (ie. native yeasts).
- No additives are included in fermentation (yeast nutrients, etc).
- Little or no sulfites are added.
There is no official or regulated definition of natural wine.
![Castello di Stefanago 2019 'Macerato' Provincia di Pavia IGT, Lombardy, Italy [Orange]](https://cdn.shoplightspeed.com/shops/611413/files/25229375/castello-di-stefanago-2019-macerato-provincia-di-p.jpg)
Castello di Stefanago 2019 'Macerato' Provincia di Pavia IGT, Lombardy, Italy [Orange]
The proven Orange wine from Italy! Pinot Grigio with five days on the skins in stainless steel tank followed by six months on the lees. Refreshing, quaffable and delicious.
$23.99
![José Pastor - Oriol Artigas 2019 'La Bella', Catalonia, Spain [Orange]](https://cdn.shoplightspeed.com/shops/611413/files/28730867/jose-pastor-oriol-artigas-2019-la-bella-catalonia.jpg)
Karim Vionnet 2018 Fleurie, Beaujolais, France
Initially bursting with red cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry, the excitability is balanced by a discreet earthy note. Soaring acidity washes over the palette with delicate traces of sweet spices. A fleeting whisper of cherry compote at the end.
$34.99
Las Jaras 2021 'Sweet Berry Wine' Mendocino, California
The power of this vintage is a result of drought conditions and a reduced crop. Aromas of cocoa, black plum, marionberry, forest floor, and allspice, with blue fruit, cherry, red licoriceand supple tannins. 57% Zinfandel, 25% Petite Sirah, 18% Carignan
$37.99
Las Jaras 2022 Glou Glou, Mendocino County, California
On the nose it is a sea of hibiscus and raspberry with undertones of roasted coffee and wet rock. On the palate is intense and fleshy with flavors of black plum and pomegranate and a long textural finish.
$27.99
Martin Texier 2022 Côtes du Rhône Brézème, Vigne de la Carriere, France
From 30 year old Syrah vines deep rooted in rare limestone, all organic/biodynamic farming. This is classic, pure and lovely Syrah. More peppery than fruity, but still juicy and refreshing. Finishes with a wave of soft tannins.
$43.99
Mary Taylor 2023 Jean Marc Barthez, Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux, France
95% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% semillon. Offering up a light to mid-weight, un-oaked version with nicely defined sauvignon aromas of gooseberry, guava, lime, quinine and tarragon. It is very well balanced, lively and crisp with very good flavor.
$15.99
![MOVIA 2017 Lunar, Ribolla Gialla, Primorska, Slovenia 1L [Orange]](https://cdn.shoplightspeed.com/shops/611413/files/17742630/movia-2017-lunar-ribolla-gialla-primorska-slovenia.jpg)
MOVIA 2017 Lunar, Ribolla Gialla, Primorska, Slovenia 1L [Orange]
Scents of dried meadow flowers are joined by a hint of candied citrus, hay, nutmeg, white pepper, vanilla, honey, with the finish being especially herbal, with hints of lemon mint and thyme. Soft, quickly balanced by lively freshness, and minerality.
$49.99
Raventós i Blanc 2021 De Nit Rosé, Conca del Riu Anoia, Penedes, Spain
A lovely cava Rosé from Spain. Pale pink in color. A unique blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada, and Monastrell. Complex notes of yellow apple, minerality, strawberry, white cherry, and citrus. Tasting Notes: Dry on the palate with medium acidity.
$22.99
![Ross & Bee Maloof 2022 'Where Ya PJ's At', Willamette Valley, Oregon [Orange]](https://cdn.shoplightspeed.com/shops/611413/files/34973279/ross-bee-maloof-2022-where-ya-pjs-at-willamette-va.jpg)
Ross & Bee Maloof 2022 'Where Ya PJ's At', Willamette Valley, Oregon [Orange]
Where Ya PJ’s At, fun name equally as fun wine, Opening with tart berries, melons, pineapple, and gooseberries, that later evolve towards citrus, chamomile, cranberries and a little hint of fermenting grapes. 75% Pinot Gris, 25% Field Blend.
$25.99
SKY Vineyards 2016 Zinfandel, Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley, California
Sky makes a Zinfandel like no other. Spicy, wild, and balanced, it has nothing to do with the jammy Zinfandels that California has been known for. Ageworthy and expressive. Showing notes of blueberries and spice, with an amazing underlying minerality.
$49.99