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Discovery Series Explores Natural Wine

While “natural” wine has no legal definition, they’re usually made with organic or biodynamic grapes, simply fermented, with little human intervention. Bottled unfiltered and unrefined, they’re an invitation to a world of wine both ancient and modern.

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All About Natural Wine

Natural wine is loosely regulated and increasingly popular.

Natural wine is often produced by small, independent vintners committed to organic, biodynamic and sustainable farming. Grapes are fermented with only wild yeasts, no additives are used before bottling.

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Unique flavors and aromas are hallmarks of natural wine.

Natural wine tends to have a funky or sour aroma and flavor, like beers or kombuchas rather than traditional, modern table wine. Wine in this category is unfiltered, and while some are clear, the hazy or cloudy appearance of many is due to remaining lees (dead yeasts) or grape sediments.

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What are other characteristics of natural wine?

Natural wine can be still or bubbly (pétillant naturel or pét-nat), and can be red, pink, white or even orange in color, depending on what grapes were fermented and if the skins were included in the process.

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Natural wine does not get better with age!

Because natural wine contains no added preservatives and only naturally occurring sulfites, it tends to quickly lose its freshness and vibrant coloring. Store in a cool, dark place and enjoy with a slight chill within a year of purchase. Why not try a bottle today?

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Pétillant Naturel (Pét-Nat) Wine

Pét-nats are fizzy and made using the méthode ancestrale process. Fermentation occurs in the bottle and the wine isn’t filtered, resulting in a cloudy appearance of many hues. It’s often crown-capped.

French Vin Méthode Nature

New, and exclusive to France, the Vin Méthode Nature designation identifies the only officially recognized natural wines on the market. These wines vary in style, color and price.

Organic and Biodynamic Wine

If you’re new to natural wine, get started by exploring organic and biodynamic styles. They’re easier to find and enjoy, and more palate-friendly to a wide range of tastes.