Did you know that the wine industry is dominated by men? Women make up less than 15% of winemakers. In honor of Women's History Month, Naked Wines curated a specialty box of female winemakers who are breaking barriers in the industry.
Carmen Stevens has been making wine in South Africa since 1995.
In South Africa, Stevens graduated as the first Black South African to study winemaking. In 2019, she registered the country's first 100% Black-owned winery.
Stevens is meticulous when it comes to her process. She hand-picked grapes from four different vineyards in South Africa's Swartland region to make the 2021 Vintage of her Angel's Reserve Shiraz.
This light-bodied red has notes of blackberry, plum and pepper. It's versatile with food – enjoy it with something as simple as pizza or as complex as curry.
Ana Diogo-Draper grew up in Portugal, where she fell in love with the art of winemaking.
When Diogo-Draper moved from Portugal to Napa, CA to study winemaking, it was clear she found her niche. She quickly worked her way from intern to director of winemaking.
When it comes to her winemaking style, Diogo-Draper is hands off. The terroir speaks for itself and the flavors are bold.
Ondine Chattan grew up in Northern California, but became invested in viticulture when she attended university on California's central coast.
After college, she entered the wine industry as a winemaker, researcher, and lecturer. Today, Chattan defines herself as a no-nonsense, no-gimmick winemaker.
Despite her decades of experience, a bottle of wine from Chattan is an affordable luxury.
Her 2020 Pinot Gris from California's Russian River Valley buzzes with notes of honey, citrus, and spice. Enjoy a glass with spicy grilled shrimp on a brisk spring evening.
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