Have you ever heard of orange wine?
With an intense aroma and complex flavor, the orange wine is gaining more and more fans. Learn all about this drink produced with an ancestral technique. The drink, with a color reminiscent of amber and ancient gold, is quite potent, with a long finish, inviting you to take another sip. It is also incredibly versatile for pairing - due to its high acidity, delicate tannins and good structure.
At least 8,000 years ago, white wines were macerated with the skins and continued to be produced this way until the “full white” style became standard. At the end of the last century, in Georgia, this ancestral technique was rescued, inspiring winegrowers all over the world.
Orange wine is produced with white grapes, gaining color due to the contact of the liquid with the grape skins - which remain directly with the must for a long period. Thus acquiring elements such as polyphenols, an “amber” color, a denser and fuller texture than traditional white wines.
Characteristics of orange wine
Having color as its main characteristic, orange wine is between golden tones, yellowish, pinkish and golden reflections, and can vary between more crystalline and clear. These factors depend on the type of grape that was used and how long the must was in contact with the skins.
The difference between white wine and orange wine is its tannin presence, which is close to red wine, providing more astringency and structure to the drink. This detail draws a lot of attention during the first sip, similar to fruity beers and red.
On the nose, we can appreciate the intensity of aromas of nuts and almonds such as Brazil nuts and hazelnuts - woody nuances, honey and fruity touches.
How to pair orange wine
Quite versatile, orange wine accompanies a multitude of dishes, and can be combined with red meat, white poultry and fish. It also goes well with spicy dishes like Indian, Arabic and Thai that are usually accompanied by red wine. Cold cuts are also a great option for those who enjoy an explosion of flavors.
At least 8,000 years ago, white wines were macerated with the skins and continued to be produced this way until the “full white” style became standard. At the end of the last century, in Georgia, this ancestral technique was rescued, inspiring winegrowers all over the world.
Orange wine is produced with white grapes, gaining color due to the contact of the liquid with the grape skins - which remain directly with the must for a long period. Thus acquiring elements such as polyphenols, an “amber” color, a denser and fuller texture than traditional white wines.
Characteristics of orange wine
Having color as its main characteristic, orange wine is between golden tones, yellowish, pinkish and golden reflections, and can vary between more crystalline and clear. These factors depend on the type of grape that was used and how long the must was in contact with the skins.
The difference between white wine and orange wine is its tannin presence, which is close to red wine, providing more astringency and structure to the drink. This detail draws a lot of attention during the first sip, similar to fruity beers and red.
On the nose, we can appreciate the intensity of aromas of nuts and almonds such as Brazil nuts and hazelnuts - woody nuances, honey and fruity touches.
How to pair orange wine
Quite versatile, orange wine accompanies a multitude of dishes, and can be combined with red meat, white poultry and fish. It also goes well with spicy dishes like Indian, Arabic and Thai that are usually accompanied by red wine. Cold cuts are also a great option for those who enjoy an explosion of flavors.
Author : Bella da Semana
Posted in: 12/11/2023
Last modified: 06/27/2024
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