Angeleno Wine Company
Gold Line Alonso Family Vineyards Skin Fermented White Blend
Los Angeles County, South Coast, California, USA
Angeleno Wine Company – Gold Line White Blend (Skin Contact) 2023
Alonso Family Vineyards, Sierra Pelona Valley (Los Angeles County), California – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
A natural, skin-contact (orange-style) white wine showcasing the Los Angeles terroir’s unique character. This 2023 Gold Line comes from sustainably farmed vineyards at Alonso Family Vineyards in the Sierra Pelona Valley, reflecting Angeleno’s mission to revive LA’s forgotten winemaking heritage and spotlight rare Iberian varietals.
Grape Composition
A field blend of Treixadura, Godello, Loureiro, and Muscat (Moscato), all indigenous to Spain and Portugal—chosen for their aromatic intensity and textural complexity   .
Aromas & Flavors
Engaging notes of dried apricot, orange zest, chamomile, and honeyed florals, with a gentle spice and beeswax undertone. The skin contact also brings a savory nuttiness and subtle herbal complexity.
Mouthfeel
Textured and dry, with a pleasantly grippy tannic edge. Medium-bodied and marked by lively acidity, it finishes savory with a lingering citrus-peel lift.
Winemaking Notes
Native yeast fermentation and extended skin contact provide its orange color and layered complexity. The wine is organic, vegan, unfined/unfiltered, and crafted with minimal intervention—true to Angeleno’s natural winemaking ethos  .
Food Pairing
Ideal with rich game birds (duck, goose), charcuterie, saffron-laced dishes, or warm, spiced Mediterranean fare.
Verdict
A fascinating and refined expression of LA’s newfound wine identity—bold without bravado, expressive without excess. A standout that bridges history, place, and style.
Personal Pick Highlight
Only 300 bottles were made of the 2023 vintage—extremely limited and increasingly hard to find. Personal favorite for its authenticity and rarity.
Angeleno Wine Company – Gold Line White Blend (Skin Contact) 2023
Alonso Family Vineyards, Sierra Pelona Valley (Los Angeles County), California – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
A natural, skin-contact (orange-style) white wine showcasing the Los Angeles terroir’s unique character. This 2023 Gold Line comes from sustainably farmed vineyards at Alonso Family Vineyards in the Sierra Pelona Valley, reflecting Angeleno’s mission to revive LA’s forgotten winemaking heritage and spotlight rare Iberian varietals.
Grape Composition
A field blend of Treixadura, Godello, Loureiro, and Muscat (Moscato), all indigenous to Spain and Portugal—chosen for their aromatic intensity and textural complexity   .
Aromas & Flavors
Engaging notes of dried apricot, orange zest, chamomile, and honeyed florals, with a gentle spice and beeswax undertone. The skin contact also brings a savory nuttiness and subtle herbal complexity.
Mouthfeel
Textured and dry, with a pleasantly grippy tannic edge. Medium-bodied and marked by lively acidity, it finishes savory with a lingering citrus-peel lift.
Winemaking Notes
Native yeast fermentation and extended skin contact provide its orange color and layered complexity. The wine is organic, vegan, unfined/unfiltered, and crafted with minimal intervention—true to Angeleno’s natural winemaking ethos  .
Food Pairing
Ideal with rich game birds (duck, goose), charcuterie, saffron-laced dishes, or warm, spiced Mediterranean fare.
Verdict
A fascinating and refined expression of LA’s newfound wine identity—bold without bravado, expressive without excess. A standout that bridges history, place, and style.
Personal Pick Highlight
Only 300 bottles were made of the 2023 vintage—extremely limited and increasingly hard to find. Personal favorite for its authenticity and rarity.