Orange Wine

Orange wine is white wine made like red: white grapes fermented on their skins until they turn amber, with the tannin and grip you would expect from a red.

Not sure where to start? See our roundup of the best orange wines to try.

Frequently asked questions

When is my order shipping?

We are doing your best to ship your order in 2-3 business days.

We will process and ship your order in 2-3 business days, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking as soon as the Carrier scans the shipping label.

Ground shipping time depends on location, here's a breakdown:

West Coast: 1-2 business days
Midwest: 3-4 business days
East Coast: 5 business days

Process time is not shipping time. Shipping time starts from the days successive to the day of shipping, after the order has been processed.

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Do I have to sign upon delivery?

Yes, someone 21 years or older must sign for the package.

Signature on delivery is mandatory for wine deliveries. Please make sure someone is at the shipping address to sign for the package.

If applicable, please consider delivering the package to a business address to ensure someone is available to sign for the package.

We also have the option of delivering the package to a Carrier's store for pickup. Please reach out to us to coordinate.

Carrier will try to delivery a package up to three times before returning the package to us.

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What if I miss a delivery?

Worry not, we have options, but please read carefully.

If you miss a delivery and a package gets returned to us we have two options:

1) Reship the package right away: due to the very high cost of shipping and returns, we must charge a re-shipping fee to be determined based on package size and shipping destination.

2) Consolidate the returned package with your next order: this option is free of charge and it's the most popular option.

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What is orange wine?

Orange wine is white wine made like red wine. Instead of pressing the juice off the grapes right away, the winemaker leaves the white grape skins and seeds in contact with the juice as it ferments. That contact draws out color, aroma and tannin, giving the wine its amber tone and textured feel. You will also see it called skin-contact wine or skin-macerated white.

Is orange wine the same as natural wine?

Not by definition, but the two overlap closely. Skin contact gives the juice natural protection while it ferments, so orange wine is often made with minimal intervention and little or no added sulfites. Every orange wine in this collection comes from a natural grower working with as little intervention as possible in the cellar.

What does orange wine taste like?

Expect more structure than a typical white. Common notes include dried apricot, orange peel, honey, hazelnut and black tea, framed by a savory, gently tannic grip. The style ranges from light and floral to deep and powerful, depending on the grape and how long the juice spent on its skins.

How is orange wine made?

White grapes are fermented on their skins and seeds, sometimes for a few days, sometimes for several months. The longer the maceration, the deeper the color and the firmer the tannin. Many producers ferment in neutral vessels such as clay amphorae or qvevri, a technique that traces back thousands of years to the country of Georgia.

How do you serve orange wine?

Serve it cooler than red but warmer than a crisp white, around 54 to 57°F. Use a larger glass and give it a few minutes of air, since most orange wines open up and soften as they breathe. Many taste even better on the second day.

What food pairs with orange wine?

Its tannin and savory edge make it one of the most food-friendly styles you can pour. It stands up to bold, spiced and umami-rich cooking: think curry, charcuterie, aged cheese, roast chicken and fermented dishes.