The 2022 Château du Claouset Vin Orange is a distinctive skin-contact white wine produced by Vignobles Siozard in the Bordeaux region of France. Because skin-contact white winemaking (orange wine) is not traditionally permitted under strict Bordeaux Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) regulations, this wine is intentionally declassified and bottled under the broader Vin de France designation.
Key Characteristics
Grape Varieties: It is crafted from a classic regional blend of Sauvignon Gris, Muscadelle, and Sémillon.
Winemaking Process: The white grapes undergo a three-week maceration period inside clay amphorae, fermenting directly with their skins. This mimics traditional red wine techniques, extracting deep color, texture, and tannins.
Flavor Profile: The amphora aging yields distinct notes of ripe citrus and orange peel paired with a subtle, pleasant bitterness and a structured, textured mouthfeel.
Production Details
The wine is estate-bottled by Vignobles Siozard, a family-run producer based in Lugaignac, France. While the winery is primarily recognized for its traditional Bordeaux Blanc and Rouge, this experimental orange wine highlights their focus on natural vinification styles and alternative vessels like amphorae