# Ora Gech

- **Producer:** Nestarec
- **Colour:** orange
- **Type:** still
- **Region:** Moravia, Czechia
- **Style:** Natural
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** green fruit, citrus, biscuit, pastry

## About this wine

Ora Gech by Nestarec is a natural orange wine from the Moravian region of the Czech Republic, produced by the Nestarec family winery. The Nestarec estate, now managed by the sons of founder Milan Nestarec, is dedicated to minimal intervention winemaking, including extended skin contact for white grapes. This philosophy emphasizes allowing the natural character of the grapes and the unique terroir of Moravia to express themselves fully in the bottle. The 'Gech' designation often implies a more approachable and direct style of wine, reflecting the producer's commitment to authentic expression.

## Interesting facts

- Nestarec wines are often bottled unfined and unfiltered.
- The producer embraces minimal intervention in the vineyard and cellar.
- The label 'Gech' suggests a playful or informal style.
- Moravia is the historical wine region of the Czech Republic.
- The 'Ora' in 'Ora Gech' indicates it is an orange wine, made with extended skin contact of white grapes.

## Food pairing

The natural orange wine style of Ora Gech often means it has bright acidity, some textural grip from skin contact, and a medium body, making it versatile. Its clean yet complex profile can cut through the richness of fried foods, complement the delicate flavors of seafood, and stand up to the earthiness of mushrooms and vegetables. The subtle tannins from skin contact also allow it to pair with richer poultry or even some charcuterie. Its minimal intervention allows the wine's inherent fruit and subtle complexities to harmonize with lighter, fresher dishes, as well as more savory, umami-rich foods.

## Wine making process

Ora Gech by Nestarec is produced using a philosophy of minimal intervention, specifically as an orange wine. Key techniques include fermentation with native yeasts, which allows the wine to develop a unique character derived from the vineyard's natural microflora, and extended skin contact for white grapes. Grapes are typically hand-harvested to ensure quality. The wine is often bottled unfined and unfiltered, preserving its natural texture and complexity. Sustainability is a core aspect, with practices often aligning with organic principles to respect the vineyard ecosystem. While specific aging details are not provided, the approach generally favors neutral vessels to maintain the purity of the fruit and terroir expression.