Region: Santa Barbara County, California, USA
Grapes: 100% Gamay Noir
Body: Light
Notes: Fresh strawberries, wild peaches, a touch of cream, light yeasty "bready" depth, subtle barnyard funk, electric effervescence
Pairing: Spicy Korean fried chicken, backyard BBQ fare, wood-fired margherita pizza, oily fish (like grilled salmon or mackerel), picnic snacks
Disko Wines is the ultimate pandemic-born success story, founded by Sean Hogan in the heart of Santa Barbara County. Sean cut his teeth in the wine world working twelve harvests alongside his uncle, natural wine pioneer Mike Roth (the brain behind Lo-Fi Wines). Inspired by a desire to make "fun, lighter-style, Old World-ish wines" that don't take themselves too seriously, Sean launched Disko with a clear mission: to make clean, chuggable natural juice destined for the dance floor or a casual solo-cup backyard hangout. The 2023 Gamay Rosé Pét-Nat is sourced entirely from the organically farmed Oak Savanna Vineyard along Foxen Canyon Road in Los Olivos. The fruit is direct-pressed, fermented with native yeasts, and bottled without any added sulfur while still active to trap its natural, vibrant carbonation. It's hand-disgorged after a period on its fine lees, delivering a hazy, energetic, "berries-and-cream" sparkling bottle that feels totally alive.
Region: Santa Barbara County, California, USA
Grapes: 100% Gamay Noir
Body: Light
Notes: Fresh strawberries, wild peaches, a touch of cream, light yeasty "bready" depth, subtle barnyard funk, electric effervescence
Pairing: Spicy Korean fried chicken, backyard BBQ fare, wood-fired margherita pizza, oily fish (like grilled salmon or mackerel), picnic snacks
Disko Wines is the ultimate pandemic-born success story, founded by Sean Hogan in the heart of Santa Barbara County. Sean cut his teeth in the wine world working twelve harvests alongside his uncle, natural wine pioneer Mike Roth (the brain behind Lo-Fi Wines). Inspired by a desire to make "fun, lighter-style, Old World-ish wines" that don't take themselves too seriously, Sean launched Disko with a clear mission: to make clean, chuggable natural juice destined for the dance floor or a casual solo-cup backyard hangout. The 2023 Gamay Rosé Pét-Nat is sourced entirely from the organically farmed Oak Savanna Vineyard along Foxen Canyon Road in Los Olivos. The fruit is direct-pressed, fermented with native yeasts, and bottled without any added sulfur while still active to trap its natural, vibrant carbonation. It's hand-disgorged after a period on its fine lees, delivering a hazy, energetic, "berries-and-cream" sparkling bottle that feels totally alive.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.