Parajes del Valle, Macabeo Maceración, Manchuela, Spain 2023

Clean, focused and altogether delicious, this is an approachable, well-crafted orange wine that might just convert some sceptics of the style. Candied orange zest, clementine, pink grapefruit and cantaloupe melon mingle on the palate, topped with a touch of basil and crushed mint. The subtle tannic grip has a waxy character that makes the fruit linger with a bitter, Campari-like edge. A great off-beat alternative pairing to festive cheese platters. Yum.