Garofoli, Marche (Italy) “Pét Kon” Rosato Frizzante NV ($18, Dalla Terra)

Yes, it has stuff floating in the bottom of the bottle, the calling card for pét-nat wines, but don’t let that distract anyone unfamiliar with the process. That’s because this sparkler with the pop top cap is delightful – fresh orange flavors, lots of metallic minerality with good pétillance, and a surprising hint of gaminess in the aftertaste, a reminder that the grape is Montepulciano. It is no disrespect to say this would be a great intro wine for a younger person weaned on orange soda pop.
91 Roger Morris