What is an Orange Wine?
Orange wine is something entirely different. Orange wine is a type of white wine made by leaving the grape skins and seeds in contact with the juice, creating a deep orange-hued finished product.
How is it made?
Orange wines are the product of vinifying white grapes the way red wine is normally made. Instead of removing skins after grapes are pressed (as is standard for whites), the juice, called must, is fermented in contact with skins. The must then colours the juice and gives it a tannic structure and a bitterness similar to a red wine. They end up becoming a bolder, more savoury version of the wine from the same white grape.
What does it taste like?
Orange wines can be a little bit of a shock at first to anyone used to clear, pale-coloured, fruity white wines. Orange or amber wines tend not to be fruity but are complex, layered and structured, often with notes of dried fruit, herbs and spices, tea and a savoury umami quality. Don’t think about them as white wines but as a new style altogether.
How should it be served?
As with all wines, the flavours in orange wines are subtler when chilled and become more expressive as they warm up. If it is hot outside you will want them to be chilled and refreshing - so 10°C would be best; however, they are best served slightly warmer than a classic white and slightly cooler than a red so around 12.8°C.
Which foods pair best with Orange Wines?
Orange wines are bold and complex, and pair perfectly with foods like mushrooms, cheeses, asparagus and fennel, strong spices and nut flavours - as well as with tricky foods such as garlic and pickled foodstuffs! They’re especially great at pairing with dishes whose flavours might better match a white wine but require the fuller body of a red.
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Pomelado Orange Wine NV
Regular price £16.49 Sale price £14.02 Save 15%Dominio de Punctum Pomelado Orange is a fantastic example of natural wine, providing an exciting and unique wine experience.
Tasting Notes
On the nose, it offers a bouquet of citrus fruits, floral notes, and a hint of herbaceous freshness. The wine’s skin contact fermentation gives it a beautiful amber hue and adds complexity to its flavor profile. On the palate, Pomelado Orange is vibrant and well-structured, with flavors of ripe orange peel, tropical fruits, and subtle spice notes. The wine’s slight tannins and natural acidity provide balance, leading to a crisp and refreshing finish.
Producer
Dominio de Punctum Pomelado Orange is a lively and aromatic orange wine made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Produced by the family-owned Dominio de Punctum winery in Spain, this wine is a prime example of the emerging trend of natural winemaking, offering a fresh and expressive take on the orange wine style.
Specifications
| Year | NV |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Country | Spain |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.4 units |
| Type | Orange Wine |
| Features | Vegetarian, Vegan, Organic |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Food Matches | Hard and semi hard cheese, tuna steak and chicken. |
| Castilla La Mancha | |
| Appellation |
Castilla La Mancha |
