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WAVY Clouds Hidden
WAVY Clouds Hidden
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WAVY Wines "Clouds Hidden" is an intriguing natural wine from Los Angeles-based winemakers Jude Zasadzki and Eliot Kessel, who founded their project in 2019 with a passion for low-intervention winemaking. While specific vintage details can vary, "Clouds Hidden" is often a skin-contact orange wine, showcasing their commitment to organic grapes and native yeast fermentation. One notable expression is the 2021 vintage, made from 100% Grechetto grapes sourced from California vineyards—likely from regions like the Central Coast or Sierra Foothills, known for their diverse terroirs.
The winemaking process is deliberately minimal: hand-harvested grapes undergo extended skin contact (often weeks), fermenting naturally without additives, and the wine is bottled unfined, unfiltered, and with zero added sulfites. This results in a textured, amber-hued wine with an alcohol content around 11-12%, depending on the vintage. The name "Clouds Hidden" evokes a poetic nod to obscured beauty, perhaps reflecting the hazy appearance typical of unfiltered orange wines or the layered complexity within.
On the nose, expect citrus-driven aromas like orange peel and grapefruit, mingling with stone fruit notes such as peach or apricot, and a subtle almond-like nuttiness from the Grechetto varietal. The palate offers a structured yet approachable experience—medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, a grippy tannic edge from the skins, and flavors that evolve from juicy fruit to a dry, mineral finish. It’s a wine that balances seriousness with playfulness, appealing to both orange wine novices and aficionados.
"Clouds Hidden" shines as a versatile food companion, pairing well with dishes like roasted poultry, funky cheeses, or even spicy Asian cuisine, thanks to its acidity and texture. Serve it lightly chilled (around 50-55°F) to highlight its freshness. WAVY Wines’ ethos—rooted in sustainability and creativity—makes this a standout in the California natural wine scene, offering a sip of unadulterated terroir with every glass.
