Bonny Doon 2023 Le Cigare Orange Wine
A playful and textural orange wine, Le Cigare Orange beautifully balances bright citrus and stone fruit with refreshing tang and dry minerality. It’s vivid, easy-drinking, and intriguingly complex.
Origins & Craftsmanship
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Crafted by Bonny Doon Vineyard, a visionary Central Coast winery founded by Randall Grahm—pioneers of California Rhone varietals and quirky wine culture.
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The 2023 vintage blends grape varieties meticulously sourced and vinified:
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52% Grenache Blanc (Beeswax & Windfall)
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42% Grenache Gris (Loma Del Rio)
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6% Orange Muscat (Carrasco)
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Vinified via skin-contact maceration (4–5 days cold soak, then 8–10 days fermentation), pressed into stainless steel and fermented to dryness, with minimal sulfur added only at bottling.
Tasting Profile
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Appearance & Aroma: Hauntingly aromatic, with bright tangerine blossom, apricot, and citrus peel, highlighted by hints of bergamot and white flowers.
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Palate: Juicy, textural, and vibrant—flavors of peach skin, apricot, melon, and dried orange, underscored by dried flowers, honeycomb, and a subtle herbal lift.
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Finish: Medium-bodied with lively acidity, a chalky, mineral edge, and refined fresh tannins adding structure and length.
Quick Overview
| Trait | Details |
|---|---|
| Grape Blend | 52% Grenache Blanc, 42% Grenache Gris, 6% Orange Muscat |
| Winemaking Style | Skin-contact fermentation (4–5 days cold soak, 8–10 days on skins), stainless steel |
| ABV | ~11.5% |
| Aromas & Flavors | Tangerine blossom, apricot, peach skin, bergamot, honeycomb, subtle florals |
| Texture & Finish | Textural, medium-bodied, bright acidity, chalky minerality, gentle tannins |
| Ideal For | Fun sipping, food-friendly orange wine—vibrant and versatile |
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Description
A playful and textural orange wine, Le Cigare Orange beautifully balances bright citrus and stone fruit with refreshing tang and dry minerality. It’s vivid, easy-drinking, and intriguingly complex.
Origins & Craftsmanship
-
Crafted by Bonny Doon Vineyard, a visionary Central Coast winery founded by Randall Grahm—pioneers of California Rhone varietals and quirky wine culture.
-
The 2023 vintage blends grape varieties meticulously sourced and vinified:
-
52% Grenache Blanc (Beeswax & Windfall)
-
42% Grenache Gris (Loma Del Rio)
-
6% Orange Muscat (Carrasco)
-
-
Vinified via skin-contact maceration (4–5 days cold soak, then 8–10 days fermentation), pressed into stainless steel and fermented to dryness, with minimal sulfur added only at bottling.
Tasting Profile
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Appearance & Aroma: Hauntingly aromatic, with bright tangerine blossom, apricot, and citrus peel, highlighted by hints of bergamot and white flowers.
-
Palate: Juicy, textural, and vibrant—flavors of peach skin, apricot, melon, and dried orange, underscored by dried flowers, honeycomb, and a subtle herbal lift.
-
Finish: Medium-bodied with lively acidity, a chalky, mineral edge, and refined fresh tannins adding structure and length.
Quick Overview
| Trait | Details |
|---|---|
| Grape Blend | 52% Grenache Blanc, 42% Grenache Gris, 6% Orange Muscat |
| Winemaking Style | Skin-contact fermentation (4–5 days cold soak, 8–10 days on skins), stainless steel |
| ABV | ~11.5% |
| Aromas & Flavors | Tangerine blossom, apricot, peach skin, bergamot, honeycomb, subtle florals |
| Texture & Finish | Textural, medium-bodied, bright acidity, chalky minerality, gentle tannins |
| Ideal For | Fun sipping, food-friendly orange wine—vibrant and versatile |
