Nos vins orange du Sud-Ouest

Orange wines from the Southwest captivate with their uniqueness, texture, and incredible aromatic richness. Produced through the maceration of white grapes, these distinctive wines develop an amber color, a light tannic structure, and deep aromas. A region of terroirs and indigenous grape varieties, the Southwest offers an ideal setting for winemakers seeking to experiment with freer, artisanal winemaking methods. In this collection, discover our selection of orange wines from the Southwest, chosen for their authenticity, energy, and unique character.

What is a Southwest orange wine?

An orange wine is a white wine made using the same process as a red wine. The white grapes ferment with their skins for several days or weeks, which results in:

• a golden to amber color
• a looser texture
• light tannins
• a rich, intense aroma

In southwestern France, this approach is often championed by winemakers committed to organic, biodynamic, or natural winemaking, who seek to fully express their grape varieties and terroirs.

Orange wines from the Southwest often develop notes of:

• dried fruits and candied citrus fruits
• mild spices
• tea and herbal tea
• dried flowers
• ripe fruit and herbs

Why is the Southwest ideal for orange wines?

The Southwest boasts a wide variety of white grape varieties and a strong tradition of artisanal winemaking, which encourages experimentation with maceration wines.

The region offers:

• an exceptional diversity of terroirs
• highly aromatic native grape varieties
• a new generation of creative winemakers
• practices that are often organic or natural
• wines with distinct character and little standardization

Grape varieties such as Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng, Mauzac, and Colombard produce particularly expressive and well-balanced orange wines.

Styles of orange wine from the Southwest

Orange wines from the Southwest can have very different profiles depending on the grape varieties and winemaking methods used.

In this collection, you'll find:

• fresh and approachable orange wines
• wines with more structure and tannins
• highly aromatic and spicy profiles
• vibrant and expressive natural wines
• complex gourmet wines

These wines offer a unique tasting experience, often with more texture and complexity than a traditional white wine.

What dishes go well with an orange wine from southwestern France?

Thanks to their structure and aromatic intensity, orange wines from the Southwest lend themselves to particularly interesting food pairings.

They go very well with:

• spicy and Middle Eastern cuisines
• vegetarian dishes
• aged cheeses
• grilled or smoked fish
• sweet-and-salty dishes
• tapas and cold cuts
• Asian cuisines

Their subtle bitterness and delicate tannins open the door to creative and gourmet pairings.

Our selection of orange wines from the Southwest

In this collection, we have selected orange wines from southwestern France produced by passionate winemakers who use traditional, sustainable methods. Many of these wines are produced in small batches and reflect a free-spirited, modern approach to winemaking.

You'll find everything from affordable wines that are perfect for discovering the orange wine style to more complex vintages for connoisseurs.

Buy an orange wine from the Southwest online

Buying orange wine from the Southwest online is an easy way to discover rare and unique vintages from a creative and authentic winery. This selection invites you to explore another side of Southwest wines, where tradition meets innovation and freedom of expression.

Explore our collection and discover the rich variety of orange wines from southwestern France.