Our Anniversary Club!
It's been 6 six years since our first club shipment! At Unrooted, natural wine represents more than just a drink; it champions sustainability, celebrates regional identity, and showcases the madness of winemakers who love the craft. In 2018, we saw an opportunity to create a space where wine lovers could connect with these principles, and thus, Unrooted was born.
Our goal is to highlight the people and places behind these amazing wines. Your support makes it all possible - thanks for letting us share!
Cheers, Ted & Joel
Our 2024 Wine Glossary
1. Orange Wine 🍊
What It Is: Orange wine, sometimes called skin-contact wine, is made from white grapes fermented with their skins. This process gives the wine its distinct amber or orange color, as well as a richer, tannic structure.
Flavor Profile: Expect flavors of stone fruits, herbs, and honey, along with a slightly astringent, tannic edge similar to red wines. Natural orange wines may also have a funkier, more intense profile.
Why It’s Popular: Orange wines are popular for their complex, layered taste and often appeal to both red and white wine drinkers.
2. Pet-Nat (Pétillant Naturel) 🍾
What It Is: Pet-Nat, short for Pétillant Naturel, is a naturally sparkling wine made using an ancient winemaking method called méthode ancestrale. It’s bottled before the fermentation process is complete, which creates a gentle, bubbly effect.
Flavor Profile: Pet-Nats tend to be light, fresh, and slightly fizzy, with flavors of fresh fruits, herbs, and sometimes a hint of yeastiness.
Why It’s Popular: Often lower in alcohol and naturally effervescent, Pet-Nat has a fun, celebratory vibe and pairs well with a wide range of foods.
3. Cloudy and Unfiltered White Wine 😶🌫️
What It Is: These whites are made without fining or filtration, which often leaves them looking cloudy or hazy. This natural state retains more of the wine's original flavors and characteristics.
Flavor Profile: Expect flavors of citrus, stone fruit, and minerality, with a texture that can feel richer or more viscous than filtered white wines.
Why It’s Popular: This style appeals to those who enjoy the raw, unprocessed character of natural wines, where you can taste the vineyard more vividly.
4. Natural Red Wine 🍇
What It Is: Natural reds are made without the addition of synthetic chemicals, often relying solely on wild yeasts and avoiding sulfites. As with other natural wines, these reds tend to be unfiltered and unrefined.
Flavor Profile: The range varies from light and juicy to bold and earthy. Some natural reds are known for their “funky” or barnyard flavors due to the presence of wild yeasts.
Why It’s Popular: Natural reds are known for their bold, pure flavors and unique textures. Some lean lighter than conventional reds, making them perfect for sipping on their own or pairing with lighter dishes.
5. Natural Rosé 🍷
What It Is: Natural rosés are produced similarly to other rosé wines but with minimal intervention. They may be a bit cloudier than conventional rosés and have a bit of sediment due to the lack of filtration.
Flavor Profile: Natural rosés are often bright and zesty with notes of red berries, herbs, and earthiness, alongside a refreshing acidity.
Why It’s Popular: The easy-drinking appeal of rosé, combined with the raw, unfiltered character of natural winemaking, creates a compelling option for those looking for something a little different.