If you’re a wine lover looking for the next ‘big thing’, we’re here for you! Read on for some techniques that are shaking up the wine scene with their unique flavors and styles.
Natty Wines
Natural, or ‘natty’, wines are all about minimal intervention. Think organic grapes, no additives, and spontaneous fermentation. The result? Funky, surprising flavors that are as close to nature as it gets. While some may find the taste a bit unpredictable, many love the wild ride.
Pet Nats
Short for Pétillant Naturel, Pet Nats are sparkling wines made using méthode ancestrale. This ancient technique involves bottling the wine before fermentation is complete, leading to a natural, gentle fizz. They’re often cloudy and delightfully refreshing.
Carbonic Maceration
This technique, famous in Beaujolais, is making waves here, too. Whole grapes are fermented in a carbon dioxide-rich environment, leading to light, fruity wines with low tannins. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a chilled red wine.
These innovative methods are redefining what wine can be. Check out the lineup from jbrand to see how Lone Buffalo Vineyards is employing these methods to produce wines outside of the norm. To explore further, visit a local wine shop: