Description
Decanter Magazine Review
Rated 93
Earthy and floral, with dried blossoms and apricots. A creamy yet fresh palate reveals lovely structure and soft tannins. Balanced acidity yields a charming, long, umami-tinged finish. A great Chilean orange wine. Drinking Window 2025-2028.
Maturana Naranjo Torontel Orange Wine 2023 (Chile)
A vibrant, skin-contact Torontel from Chile’s Maule Valley, showcasing Maturana’s dedication to reviving heritage varieties through natural, minimal-intervention winemaking.
The 2023 Naranjo delivers lifted aromatics, textured mouthfeel, and the distinctive amber hue that defines true orange wine, offering both freshness and complexity.
Key Details
- Producer: Maturana Wines
- Region: Maule Valley, Chile
- Varietal: Torontel (skin-contact)
- Style: Orange wine / skin-fermented white
- ABV: 13.5%
- Winemaking: Extended skin contact; native yeasts; minimal intervention
Tasting Notes
- Orange peel, apricot, and dried tropical fruit
- Floral notes of jasmine and chamomile
- Tea-like tannins with citrus-driven acidity
- Textured, savory finish with subtle spice
Profile & Craft
- Torontel grapes fermented on their skins for color, texture, and aromatic depth
- Natural fermentation with native yeasts
- Minimal sulfur and hands-off cellar work
- Part of Maturana’s mission to highlight old-vine Chilean heritage varieties
Serving & Pairing
- Serve slightly chilled at 50-55°F
- Pairs with Middle Eastern cuisine, roasted vegetables, charcuterie, and aged cheeses
- Excellent for orange-wine fans seeking aromatic lift and structure
- Drink now for peak vibrancy
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