Introducing “Not-So-Natty” Natural Wines
Natural wines represent a return to traditional winemaking methods, crafted with minimal intervention from vineyard to bottle. While there are no set rules for this category, natural wines are usually made from organically or biodynamically grown grapes, fermented with indigenous yeasts that naturally occur in the vineyard, and produced with little to no additives such as sulfur.
We are happy to showcase what we affectionately call “not-so-natty” natural wines. These bottles maintain the integrity and philosophy of natural winemaking while offering clean, approachable flavor profiles that appeal to a broader range of palates. You won’t find yourself questioning whether these bottles are flawed. “Not-so-natty” natural wines strike the perfect balance – they follow low-intervention principles but are more polished and refined than their funkier cousins. They’re perfect for those curious about natural wines but hesitant about diving into the deep end of animalistic character and volatile acidity.
Wine Wednesday
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1. Rogue Vine White 2022, Itata Valley, Chile
2. Doctor’s Orders Malvasia Bianca 2021, Santa Barbara County,California
3. Le Naturel Tinto 2023, Navarra, Spain
4. Doctor’s Orders Sangiovese 2022, Ventura County, California