Swick Wines The Beav Pet Nat NV

The Beav is a pétillant naturel from Joe Swick, made from a blend of Cinsault and Gewurztraminer sourced from organically and sustainably farmed vineyards in Oregon. Swick is based in Newberg at the northern end of the Willamette Valley and works with growers across Oregon and Washington, favoring cool-climate, non-irrigated sites.

Pet nat is produced by the méthode ancestrale: fermentation begins in tank with native yeast, and the wine is bottled before that fermentation completes. The residual sugar feeds a secondary ferment in bottle, trapping CO2 as fine, persistent bubbles. Swick's pet nats are not disgorged, meaning the wine retains some natural sediment. No fining, no filtration.

The Cinsault brings a light red-fruited character and lower tannins, while the Gewurztraminer adds its signature floral lift and lychee-tinged aromatics. The result is a pinkish-hued sparkling wine that is dry to off-dry, with bright acidity and a refreshing, low-alcohol structure at 12% ABV.

Drink it cold, straight from the fridge. Give the bottle a gentle swirl before pouring to reintegrate any settled lees, or leave the last pour behind if you prefer a clearer glass.