What is Orange Wine?

Orange wine isn’t made with oranges. It’s white wine made like a red — fermented on the grape skins, which gives it colour, texture, and a bit more structure.

Why is it called orange wine?

The colour comes from the skins. Depending on how long they’re left in contact with the juice, the wine can range from pale gold to deep amber.

How orange wine is made

Instead of pressing the grapes straight away (like most white wines), the juice stays in contact with the skins during fermentation.

This adds:

• Texture
• Tannins
• More complex flavours

What does orange wine taste like?

It can vary a lot:

• Light and citrusy
• Textured and tea-like
• Deep, spiced, and slightly oxidative

Some are clean and precise, others a little wilder — especially when made naturally.

Is orange wine natural?

Not always, but many orange wines are made using low-intervention methods. The style naturally fits with natural winemaking.

Best orange wines to try

If you’re new, start with something fresh and lightly textured. If you’re already into it, go for something with more grip and depth.

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