2023 Podere Pradarolo 'Vej 180' Malvasia Orange Wine, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Alberto and Claudia Carretti farm five hectares organically and biodynamically in the hills of Varano de’ Melegari, near Parma. Their Vej wines are Malvasia di Candia left on the skins for months, and the number on the label tells you how long: about 180 days here. They’re fermented wild and bottled unfined, unfiltered and with no added sulfur. Expect deep amber color, tea-like aromas of dried white flowers, dried stone fruit and citrus peel, and a full, grippy body. Pour it with Parmigiano, prosciutto or roast pork.