{"title":"Amber \u0026 Skin Contact Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse our Amber \u0026amp; Skin Contact Wines collection. Best Price.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"skinsy-sensations-pack","title":"Skinsy Sensations Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere you have six of the most delicious skin contact \/ orange \/ amber wines around!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin-contact wines (aka 'orange' or 'amber' wines) is the ancient winemaking approach to making white wine, that has become hugely popular all over again.  By leaving the grape juice on its skins for varying periods of time, you extract extra colour, aromas, flavours and textures, that make for a wildly delicious drinking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pack contains six of our most popular and delicious 'skinsy' wines, and is the perfect way to introduce yourself to this fascinating wine style!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Unico Zelo Terra Cotta Greco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Somos Naranjito\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Havilah OGG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Grauburgunder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026 Dormilona Orenji\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024\/25 Smallfry Tangerine Dream\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Unico Zelo Terra Cotta Greco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCould this be the most interesting skin-contact wine that Laura Carter has ever made? While lovers of the Esoterico may be up in arms, this Greco done in amphora is pretty fly for a white (or orange?!) wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere have been a slew of skin-contact Greco wines release across Australia, and for the most part they’re exceptional. Greco, as a thin-skinned grape, is made for this style of winemaking, it can handle a long time before pressing, and still maintain an excellent tannin structure that never becomes lip curling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine from UZ happily joins that pantheon. Bright orange peel, yellow peach and a subtly integrated oxidative character in the background. The tannins are furry, green appley with an awesome blood orange tang. Yum, really… just yum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TIvgZQGYiYM?si=x5IF7m4_PuU1zc0b\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Somos Naranjito\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s a skin-contact white that’s full of attitude but still ridiculously easy to drink. The Somos Naranjito is an orange wine made for people who don’t usually like orange wine - or for those who do and want something a little more chill in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMostly Verdelho (with a splash of Viognier), the fruit is grown organically and handled with just the right amount of flair by Mauricio Ruiz Cantu. One part is wild-fermented and matured on lees in old oak for a creamy edge; the other part gets the full skin-contact treatment for a massive six months, amping up the texture and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaranjito is a juicy, gingery orange wine with notes of mandarin peel, orange blossom, soft brioche and that gently grippy finish that makes it so damn good with food. It’s got all the personality you want from an orange wine, minus the hard edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, textured and ultra-smashable - this is lo-fi winemaking at its most drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Mustard and coriander seeds, struck flint, some orange oil and a pine\/cedar note. There’s a slipperiness to texture, and silty grip, a distinct membrillo note closing out. Manchego, please.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Havilah OGG\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OGG is where Ricky Evans lets his hair down. It is a shape-shifting blend from the Tamar Valley that changes every year depending on what the season throws at him. For 2025, it is a mash-up of Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay sourced from the Waverly and Highclare vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is proper \"skinsy\" white wine. Ricky co-fermented the Gewürztraminer and Chardonnay, leaving them on skins for a solid three to four weeks to extract all that spice and phenolic structure. The Pinot Gris came in a bit later and saw just a week on skins before the whole lot was pressed to tank. It spent three months sitting on light lees to build texture before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a gorgeous golden glow. It is wildly aromatic, throwing out notes of citrus peel, fresh ginger and ripe stone fruit. The palate has a gentle, savoury grip from the skin contact, but it stays juicy and approachable. It is textural, spicy and dangerously easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Grauburgunder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the way Pinot Gris should be treated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grauburgunder (German for Pinot Gris) spends a good time on skins before being pressed, allowing the natural colour and tannin of the variety to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an excellent first crack at the wine style. There's loads of fresh stone fruit and florals to be enjoyed, yet the flavours are fresh and crisp, with clean acidity and plenty of definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo many producers are coming out with amber wines at the moment, and this is one of the most successful releases we've seen. Simply delectable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is such a moreish and textural drink... Very interesting and tasty drink.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2026 Dormilona Orenji\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect 'training-wheels' wine if you're just getting into skin-contact white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrenji is a cheeky little number. A blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, hand-harvested from an organic vineyard in Margaret River. Winemaker Jo Perry let the fruit hang out on skins for two weeks before pressing it and putting it to bed in both barrel and ceramic egg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe wants this to be a friendly style of orange wine, not a big, scary, chewy number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's something you can knock back without thinking too much about. and if keen to get your head around skinsy whites it a terrific place start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024\/25 Smallfry Tangerine Dream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tangerine Dream is one of the most experimental of the Smallfry wines. After sampling a few things at the Rootstock natural wine festival a couple of years ago, Wayne thought he might try his hand at making an amber wine. This is his eighth dig at the style and it's a beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis skin-contact field blend of Semillon, Pedro Ximenes, Riesling, Roussanne and Muscat is the embodiment of Wayne's creative winemaking exploration, a left of centre amber wine for this region so steeped in tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd quite simply, it is down-right delicious. We love it when winemakers broaden their horizons and just give something a go. 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What now sits in the bottle is unlike any white wine you are likely to have tried from the famous Barossa region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a nutty, savoury, saline white golden wine with teriffic texture and extraordinary length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA one of a kind from a one of a kind Barossa winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spinifex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56141588496756,"sku":"kie1789953283320","price":19.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/5613\/8100\/files\/nv-spinifex-solana_1.png?v=1789953286"},{"product_id":"gorgeous-georgia-mixed-pack","title":"Gorgeous Georgia Mixed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlways wanted to know what Georgian wine is all about? Try this sample pack of rare wines from the oldest winemaking culture on earth!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Pheasant's Tears Vardisperi Rkatsiteli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Lurji Bani Rkatsiteli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Okros Wines Rkatsiteli Zvari\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Brothers Cellar Rkatsiteli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Do Re Mi Khikhvi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Pheasant's Tears Vardisperi Rkatsiteli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"438\" data-start=\"112\"\u003eFounded in 2005 by John Wurdeman and Gela Patalishvili, Pheasant’s Tears has become one of the most influential names in Georgian wine, dedicated to keeping qvevri traditions alive while showing just how exciting these wines can be today. Their cellars house clay vessels up to 200 years old, still used in daily winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"440\"\u003eThe Vardisperi Rkatsiteli is a rare thing – a pink-skinned cousin of Rkatsiteli that was close to disappearing not long ago. Pheasant’s Tears has helped bring it back, and the 2023 vintage is as striking as ever. Fermented and aged six months on skins in buried clay qvevri, it pours a coppery-pink and has a wild, savoury energy that’s very different to your typical rosé or amber wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1061\" data-start=\"831\"\u003eBright red berry fruit, dried herbs and a gentle grip from tannin make it both refreshing and textural. No fining, filtering or additions, just pure expression of grape and place. Small quantities made, so grab it while you can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Lurji Bani Rkatsiteli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"382\" data-start=\"82\"\u003eLurji Bani is the project of lifelong mates Dato and Gogita, who are out to show just how exciting modern Georgian wine can be. Based in Telavi, Kakheti, they work from an old 18th-century marani, surrounded by vineyards that have been farmed organically for close to two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"668\" data-start=\"384\"\u003eThe 2023 Rkatsiteli is their fresher, stainless-steel version of this ancient variety. Instead of going down the full traditional amber path, they’ve kept things bright, juicy and clean, while still giving you a little of that savoury grip that makes Georgian whites so distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"942\" data-start=\"670\"\u003eIt pours a pale golden-amber in the glass, with crunchy orchard fruit, citrus peel and just a hint of nutty spice. On the palate it’s lively, textured and refreshingly dry, with enough tannin to make it a brilliant food wine but not so much that it overwhelms the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"944\"\u003eUnfiltered, organic and small in production, it’s the kind of bottle that gives a fresh spin on Georgia’s winemaking heritage while still being incredibly easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Okros Wines Rkatsiteli Zvari\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOkros Wines, based in the heart of Kakheti, has built a reputation as one of Georgia’s true champions of natural winemaking. All of their vineyards are farmed organically, and the wines are made with nothing added, nothing taken away – just grapes, qvevri, and time. The Zvari bottling comes from old Rkatsiteli vines, a grape that has been cultivated in Georgia for thousands of years and remains central to its winemaking story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 release was fermented and aged in buried clay qvevri for six months on skins, giving the wine its amber hue and a textured, gently tannic feel. There’s plenty of stone fruit and dried citrus in the glass, layered with herbs, spice and that savoury, earthy edge that marks it as classic Kakhetian amber. It’s structured but not heavy, with the freshness to keep you coming back for another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all Okros wines, quantities are tiny and each vintage reflects the conditions of the year. In 2022, the balance of fruit and structure is particularly compelling, making this a benchmark example of what natural Georgian wine can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Brothers Cellar Rkatsiteli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"554\" data-start=\"130\"\u003eRkatsiteli has been grown in Georgia for thousands of years, and Brothers Cellar treat it with the kind of respect a grape of that history deserves. This comes from vineyards in Kakheti, where the variety has always thrived, and the winemaking is kept simple and traditional. Fermentation and maceration in clay qvevri give the wine its amber colour, savoury edges and textural grip, while the fruit stays bright and pure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"556\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage has delivered a really balanced expression – there’s that hallmark dried citrus, apple-skin character, a touch of spice and earth, and plenty of freshness to keep things moving along. It’s a wine that feels firmly rooted in Georgian tradition, yet it’s clean, approachable and incredibly food-friendly. You get the structure from skin contact, but not in a way that feels rustic or heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"965\"\u003eProduction is small, and like so many Georgian qvevri wines, it’s best approached with a sense of curiosity. Chill it a little, pour it into big glasses, and let it open up slowly – it’s a brilliant snapshot of why amber wines from Georgia have captured so much attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsolikouri is one of Georgia’s classic white grapes, and Martvilis Marani do a brilliant job of showing just how much character it can have. Their winery is tucked away in Samegrelo, in western Georgia, and everything here is farmed with care and made in the traditional way, with a modern eye for balance and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage has given them a particularly fresh, lifted style. Fermented in qvevri, it carries that little bit of textural grip you expect from Georgian wines, but the focus here is really on the clean orchard fruit and citrusy zip that Tsolikouri is loved for. There’s also a savoury edge in the background, a nod to the clay vessels, which keeps things interesting and food-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantities are tiny, as with most of Martvilis’ wines, and each year feels like a snapshot of both the vineyard and the vintage. 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A powerhouse, natural orange wine matured in the traditional buried Georgian kvevri clay pots, with lots of skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKhikhvi is a native white grape but there's nothing vaguely white wineish here. 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Crafted by Abel Gibson, one of Australia’s most respected producers of amber wines, this blend of Riesling, Muscat, and Semillon strikes the perfect balance between complexity and pure drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 offering a beautifully judged blend of Riesling (52%), Muscat (40%), and Semillon (8%). These grapes hail from incredibly old vines, with some believed to date back to the 1850s—lending a rich heritage to this benchmark Barossan wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage is particularly special, made up of three different years: 46% from 2019, 30% from 2021, and 24% from 2022, with a notably higher portion of Muscat. And you can taste it. The wine is bursting with aromatic intensity, delivering a beautiful balance between succulent fruit and savoury, nutty complexity. The few days of skin contact give it that signature texture without weighing it down, making it both refreshing and deeply interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect layers of bright citrus, green apple, a hint of curry powder, and spicy ginger, all carried on a wave of crisp acidity. It’s complex but oh-so-drinkable, with a powdery, almost tactile mouthfeel that keeps you coming back for more. Mike Bennie awarded it a glowing 96 points, calling it \"succulent, refreshing, spicy,\" and genuinely world-class in its style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSallio is the perfect companion for those looking to dive into the world of orange wines or just wanting a fresh, textural white that delivers on all fronts. Extremely limited - get in quick, this won't last long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"So if you want to look at the most considered and best orange wines in the country, well, here you go... This is outstanding in its idiom. Succulent, refreshing. Spicy. Savoury. Nuts and ginger and curry powder and green apple. Refreshing and textural, indeed, powdery in its feel with juiciness and crispness too. Bright fruit, so much savouriness. It feels so well balanced in its elements yet doesn’t shy away from its skin contact largess and nutty, dusty elements too. Superb, with drinkability high, interest through the roof. Just so damn good. You’d put this up against the world greats of the oeuvre and not feel shy. I love drinking it.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"RUGGABELLUS: Cult Wines of Australia - Pt. 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It's a nod to the 'sous voile' style of Jura but this is a distinctly Australian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a core of ripe citrus and orchard fruit, typical of McLaren Vale Chardonnay, but here the typicity stops. Curry leaf, honey, smoke, iodine, salt and grilled nuts make it a unique mouthful of wonderfully complex deliciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShow it off to your friends or hide in the shed and drink it all yourself... only you can make that call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of the select few Australian vin jaune interpretations that’s really well done. Aromas of preserved lemons, salty nuts, mandarin zest, beeswax, acacia and lanolin. The bright, fresh palate shows layers of texture and complexity tied together with racy acidity and a long, mouthwatering finish. Aged under flor for seven years in old white-burgundy barrels. 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His instincts and attention to detail yield wines of extraordinary and rare power and precision and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a rare look at an aged museum release of his iconic Quomodo blend. We have just 24 bottles available and consider ourselves exceptionally fortunate to even have those to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuomodo is built around a core of intense Eden Valley Riesling. With Riesling as the spine and small inputs from deftly handled Semillon and Muscat adding aromatic highlights and layers of texture, this sits at the top of the pile of Australian amber wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndeed, Mike Bennie upon its initial release went so far as to compare it to the best in world in it's style. It's a wine that makes you quiet and contemplative. A very special wine and a unique and important touchstone of the Australian wine landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I went through our museum whites and tasted a few  - the 2015 Quomodo is in a nice enough place to drink now, still strong acidity. The wine is at its best 24-48hrs after decanting in my opinion...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Abel Gibson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This suite of 'whites' from Ruggabellus are distinguished, and the best of orange winemaking in Australia (and would hold fort alongside any wines of international high standard of the same style). Indeed these wines are excellent full stop. 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In the early 2000s, the next generation transitioned to organic and biodynamic practices, earning certification by 2016. Now, Vincent Quenard leads the domaine, blending tradition with fresh ideas while maintaining their commitment to low-intervention winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Jacquère grown on 30-year-old vines, this wine benefits from Savoie’s unique climate—an alpine setting with Mediterranean influences, ideal for vibrant, complex wines. The grapes undergo a 20-day maceration before fermentation and are aged on fine lees for 12 months to develop depth and texture. The result is a wine that bursts with alpine herbs, citrus, and orchard fruit aromas, offering refreshing clarity with layers of texture from its lees ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVincent’s approach focuses on purity, with minimal intervention to let the terroir shine. 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Really good here.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Quenard Claude et Fils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56141629063540,"sku":"rfo1789955192319","price":32.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/5613\/8100\/files\/2021-quenard-claude-et-fils-1-er-recoltant_1.webp?v=1789955219"},{"product_id":"2024-gonzo-wine-le-freak-skinsy-white-3l","title":"2024 Gonzo Wine Le Freak Skinsy White 3L","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarcus Radny (ex Vue de Monde Head Sommelier) is the man behind these deliciously contemporary boxed wines. They come from fruit organically grown by Ricca Terra Vineyards, made with minimal intervention winemaking, with increased recyclability and 5% of revenue going to charity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkinsy Bianco is ‘Le Freak’ dialled up to the max—cloudier, punchier, and loaded with extra texture and grip. Aromas of jasmine, honeysuckle, and ripe stone fruit hit first, leading to a rich, textured palate that’s as wild and wonderfully drinkable as ever, with layers that keep you coming back for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient skin-contact winemaking meets new-wave packaging, with delicious results!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gonzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56141629129076,"sku":"znk1789955221545","price":37.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/5613\/8100\/files\/2024-gonzo-wine-le-freak-skinsy-white-3l_1.webp?v=1789955225"},{"product_id":"2023-good-intentions-wine-co-relatively-white","title":"2023 Good Intentions Wine Co. Relatively White","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Relatively White marks the 10th anniversary of Good Intentions Wine Co.’s journey, going back to its roots with 100% skin-fermented Sauvignon Blanc. 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