Lunaria Ancestrale Malvasia Orange

Winemaker Lunaria on the winery

“We are Lunaria, the biodynamic wine label of Cantina Orsogna, a cooperative in Abruzzo, central Italy. Together with our growers, we work with respect for nature and the surrounding landscape. Our vineyards lie between the Adriatic coast and the Apennine mountain range, where varying elevations and Mediterranean influences create diverse growing conditions. We believe in wines that express their origins, so we work with grapes from our region and aim to keep intervention in the cellar to a minimum. This approach gives our wines their own identity and character, including our distinctive orange wines.”

And on Abruzzo, Italy

“Our Ancestrale Malvasia Orange comes from Abruzzo and is made from Malvasia grapes. To create this orange wine, we allow the juice to ferment in contact with the grape skins, a traditional technique more commonly associated with red winemaking. The skins give the wine its deep amber colour, added structure and gentle tannic grip. We aim for a natural, aromatic style that allows the character of the grape to shine. You’ll discover aromas of dried apricot, orange peel and jasmine, complemented by spicy notes. The wine is dry and aromatic, with a creamy texture and a subtle bitter finish.”