Nos Bordeaux Orange

Bordeaux's orange wines offer a unique and still relatively unknown take on the Bordeaux wine region. Produced in the region of Bordeaux, these wines are made from white grapes vinified with skin maceration, using a method inspired by ancestral traditions. This technique yields wines with an amber hue, more structured and tannic than a classic white, featuring an intense aromatic profile blending dried fruits, citrus zest, spices, and floral notes. Led by a new generation of winemakers committed to organic, biodynamic, or natural winemaking, Bordeaux orange wines reveal a freer and more experimental side of Bordeaux.

What is a Bordeaux orange wine?

An orange wine is a white wine made using red wine techniques, involving a period of maceration with the skins—and sometimes the stems—of varying lengths. This method imparts texture, tannins, and great aromatic complexity. In Bordeaux, these wines remain rare but are gaining significant popularity among enthusiasts of unique wines and low-intervention winemaking.

The grape varieties used in Bordeaux orange wines

Orange wines from Bordeaux are often made from Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, or Muscadelle. Sauvignon Blanc brings freshness and tension, Sémillon adds roundness and body, while Muscadelle contributes floral and aromatic notes. Maceration profoundly transforms the profile of these grape varieties, resulting in more complex and structured wines.

Unique and food-friendly wines

Bordeaux orange wines appeal for their unique character, which lies somewhere between white and red wine. Their tannic texture and aromatic intensity make them particularly well-suited for pairing with food. They pair exceptionally well with spicy dishes, vegetarian meals, aged cheeses, and Mediterranean cuisine.

Buy an orange wine from Bordeaux

This selection features orange wines from Bordeaux produced by bold winemakers committed to natural or organic practices. These are unique wines, often produced in small batches, that offer the perfect opportunity to discover a different side of the Bordeaux region through wines that are free-spirited, textured, and full of personality.