Grapes: Colombard, Palomino, and/or other heritage California white varieties
Body: Light to medium
Notes: Breezy and textural. Lemon verbena, dried pineapple, chamomile, and a waxy, lanolin richness with a dry, slightly savory finish. Old California in a new light.
Pairing: Roasted fish, fried seafood, summer squash, mild soft cheeses, or a long lazy lunch.
Martha Stoumen Post Flirtation White Blend is the signature white cuvée from Martha Stoumen, a Healdsburg-based natural winemaker who has become one of California's most celebrated voices in low-intervention wine. Post Flirtation is made from a rotating cast of heritage white varieties — often led by Colombard and Palomino, two grapes with deep roots in California's pre-Prohibition and Central Valley farming history that are now having a major renaissance in natural wine circles. Grapes are sourced from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards across Northern California, fermented with native yeasts in neutral vessels, and bottled without fining or filtration. The result is a white wine with real texture and presence — neither austere nor overwrought — that rewards attention while staying completely effortless to drink. Martha's wines have been featured in the New York Times, Wine & Spirits, and Bon Appétit, and Post Flirtation is the bottle that wins over the widest range of palates.
Grapes: Colombard, Palomino, and/or other heritage California white varieties
Body: Light to medium
Notes: Breezy and textural. Lemon verbena, dried pineapple, chamomile, and a waxy, lanolin richness with a dry, slightly savory finish. Old California in a new light.
Pairing: Roasted fish, fried seafood, summer squash, mild soft cheeses, or a long lazy lunch.
Martha Stoumen Post Flirtation White Blend is the signature white cuvée from Martha Stoumen, a Healdsburg-based natural winemaker who has become one of California's most celebrated voices in low-intervention wine. Post Flirtation is made from a rotating cast of heritage white varieties — often led by Colombard and Palomino, two grapes with deep roots in California's pre-Prohibition and Central Valley farming history that are now having a major renaissance in natural wine circles. Grapes are sourced from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards across Northern California, fermented with native yeasts in neutral vessels, and bottled without fining or filtration. The result is a white wine with real texture and presence — neither austere nor overwrought — that rewards attention while staying completely effortless to drink. Martha's wines have been featured in the New York Times, Wine & Spirits, and Bon Appétit, and Post Flirtation is the bottle that wins over the widest range of palates.
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.