Amber Wine
Style orange wine skin contact natural wine traditional methods
Definition
A style of wine produced from white grapes that have undergone extended skin contact, resulting in a distinctive amber hue.
Historical Context
Amber wine, often associated with the natural wine movement, has roots in ancient winemaking practices, particularly in regions like Georgia. Its revival has brought attention to traditional methods and the unique flavors they produce.
Further Reading
Amber Revolution: How the World Learned to Love Orange Wine
By Simon J. Woolf (2018)
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Maceration
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Skin Contact
Period during which grape skins remain in contact with juice/wine, extracting tannins, color...
Kakhetian Method
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