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Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage

750ml & 36 Proof

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Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage is a Vermouth from the Baldoria Vermouth Collection brand hailing from Italy.

What is Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage?

Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage offers a captivating fusion of traditional winemaking techniques with a modern twist, resulting in a complex and aromatic orange wine that's both bold and refreshing. Interestingly, this wine is made using a blend of six different grape varieties, including the rare Ribolla Gialla, which was nearly extinct in the 1990s but has since been revived by passionate winemakers in Italy's Friuli region.

Why do we love Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage?

Cocktail enthusiasts should take note of Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage for its innovative approach to vermouth production. This unique aperitif blends traditional Italian vermouth with skin-contact orange wine, creating a complex and aromatic profile that adds depth and intrigue to classic cocktails like Negronis and Manhattans.

How do you drink Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage?

Baldoria Orange Wine - 2020 Vintage shines when served chilled in a white wine glass, allowing its complex aromas and flavors to unfold. This versatile wine is perfect for sipping on warm summer evenings or pairing with Mediterranean dishes, grilled seafood, or aged cheeses, though it also lends itself beautifully to citrus-forward cocktails for those who enjoy a bit of mixology.

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Nose: Fresh apricots and nectarines dominate, followed by hints of orange blossom and honeysuckle. A subtle earthy undertone reminiscent of wet stones adds complexity.

Palate: Dry and medium-bodied with vibrant acidity. Flavors of tangerine peel, dried herbs, and white peach come forward. A slight tannic grip provides structure, while notes of chamomile tea and raw almond emerge as it opens up.

Finish: Medium-long with lingering citrus zest and a pleasant mineral quality. A touch of salinity cleanses the palate, inviting another sip. Subtle oxidative notes of bruised apple appear at the very end, typical of orange wine styles.

Baldoria Orange Wine 2020 Vintage is crafted using a unique process where white wine grapes are fermented with their skins, seeds, and stems intact, much like red wine production. This extended skin contact imparts a distinctive orange hue and complex flavors to the wine, while also extracting additional tannins and phenolic compounds that contribute to its intriguing texture and depth.

  • Baldoria Orange Wine isn't actually made from oranges - it's a white wine made using ancient techniques where the grape skins are left to ferment with the juice, creating a unique amber color and complex flavor profile.
  • The 2020 vintage of Baldoria Orange Wine was produced during Italy's first COVID-19 lockdown, with winemakers working in isolation to craft this resilient and expressive wine that captures a pivotal moment in history.
  • Despite its modern popularity, Baldoria's orange wine is made using methods that date back 8,000 years to the Caucasus region, making it one of the oldest styles of wine still produced today.
  • Main Ingredient: Grape
    Country of Origin: Italy

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    • Tim B.
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      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Amari, Rum, Aperitifs, Gin
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      Makes an intriguing take on a Negroni

      I created the Baldoria Orange Negroni recommended in this product description. I used 1 ounce Baldoria Orange Wine Vermouth, 1 ounce, Baldoria Bitter Vermouth, and 1 ounce Bulldog London Dry Gin. I stirred this over a big block of ice, then expressed an orange peel over the cocktail. This produced a lighter, more herbal take on a Negroni than the traditional cocktail. This Negroni reminds me a bit of the White Negroni. It's possible that gentian is being used as the bittering agent in the bitter vermouth.

      Having had orange wine before, those flavor notes came through. I should note that these aren't the flavors of the orange fruit, but of the somewhat astringent wine made with the skins of the grapes present. Trying both the bitter and orange wine vermouths on their own, I prefer the orange wine vermouth. It's a rounder, more balanced flavor with plenty of herbaceous notes to keep it interesting.

      I added 0.5 ounce of CioCiaro Amaro to my Baldoria Orange Negroni and immediately preferred this variation. It needed a bit more backbone, as the bitter vermouth isn't as punchy nor as sweet as the Campari that it replaces. That little bit of CioCiaro made a big difference, and I would gladly craft this combination of ingredients again!

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