Grilled pork, roasted mushrooms, lentil stew, charred vegetables, Manchego cheese, roast chicken

Red cherry, raspberry, wild herbs, crushed stone, floral notes, earthy spice, bright acidity

Varietal:

Mencía, Palomino, Doña Blanca

Vintage:

• 2024

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Region: Castilla y Leon, Spain

In his winemaking approach, Diego prioritizes minimal intervention to preserve the vitality and essence of the vineyards. He opts for a combination of unlined concrete vats and aged oak and chestnut casks, believing these materials allow the wine to breathe, unlike stainless steel which he perceives as stifling the wine's natural character. Eschewing pumps, additives, and sulfur dioxide additions since the 2016 vintage in his recently constructed bodega, Diego critiques enological products as components of a capitalist system. Drawing parallels to his past as a musician, he sees winemaking as a form of creative expression. Diego's philosophy is encapsulated in his belief that many in natural winemaking merely mimic without truly connecting with their vineyards. Clearly, Diego stands apart

Duck breast with figs, roast chicken, mushroom tart, charcuterie, strawberry spice desserts

Dark berries, red cherry, violets, white pepper, wild herbs, mineral crunch, juicy acidity

Varietal:

Cabernet Franc

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Region: Loire Valley, France

Call it driven by passion: Cyril and Fabien, the two brothers at the helm of Domaine du Mortier, aren’t originally from a winemaking family. But, when their parents bought a house with a small vineyard back in 1989, the then-teenagers fell in love with viticulture. So much so that they started a proper domain seven years later, naming it after a hamlet where the winery and vineyards are located, just west of the town of Bourgueil. - Jenny & Francois

Grilled chicken, pork loin, lamb chops, grilled vegetables, hearty grain dishes

Crushed plum, Bing cherry, dried herbs, mineral spice, bitter chocolate, fresh acidity

Varietal:

Carignan, Grenache Noir, Syrah

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Region: Languedoc, France

Hailing originally from the Beaujolais, Magali Terrier embarked on a journey across diverse wine-growing regions of France. In the late 1990s, driven by a desire to express her passion for crafting exceptional organic wines, she embarked on a quest to find the perfect terroir, eventually finding herself drawn to the Languedoc. It was in the picturesque village of Peyriac de mer, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, that Magali discovered her ideal setting. Entranced by its rugged beauty, she founded the 2 Anes winery in the year 2000, coinciding with the establishment of Jenny & François.

Roast chicken, mushroom risotto, grilled sausages, lentil dishes, smoked cheeses, roasted root vegetables

Tart cherry, cranberry, black pepper, dried herbs, earth, soft spice, fresh acidity

Varietal:

St Laurent

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 11%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Region: Moravia, Czech Republic

Martin Vajčner is a young winemaker based in Hodonice in the Znojmo region of Moravia, Czech Republic, where his family has grown grapes for generations. He farms a small collection of organically managed vineyards across diverse soils, using biodynamic practices and a hands-on approach that emphasizes healthy vines and expressive terroir. In the cellar, native fermentations, gentle gravity handling, and aging in ceramic vats, oak barrels, qvevri, and glass demijohns preserve the purity and energy of each site. Unfined, unfiltered, and bottled with little to no sulfur, his wines are vibrant, precise, and among the most exciting new expressions of Moravian natural wine.

Grilled white fish, roasted cauliflower, herb roasted chicken, mussels, grain salads, aged cheeses

Lemon peel, quince, pear skin, dried herbs, chamomile, saline minerality, gentle tannins

Varietal:

Semillon

Vintage:

• 2024

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Region: Itata Valley, Chile

Nacho, also known as Ignacio Pino Román, breaks the mold of your typical winemaker. In Chile's Itata Valley, he's on a mission to revive age-old traditions. Instead of relying on modern equipment and chemical shortcuts, Nacho champions the old ways. He roams Coelemu, collaborating with small growers who tend to their ancient vines naturally, without harsh chemicals. In his cellar, simplicity reigns supreme - stainless steel, clay, and neutral wood are the tools of his trade. With no unnecessary additives, Nacho's focus is on allowing the unique character of the Itata Valley and its grapes to shine through in every bottle of his "natural wine." It's a recipe for something truly special, don't you think?

Fried calamari, potato chips with crème fraîche, oysters, roast chicken, soft cheeses, vegetable tempura

Green apple, pear, citrus peel, white flowers, brioche, fresh herbs, saline minerality

Varietal:

Pinot Gris

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Region: Burgenland, Austria

Meinklang is a lively farm compromising the three typical fields of a Pannonian farmstead in East Austria south of capital town Vienna: wine-growing, fruits and agriculture. Each family-member is specialized in an aspect of farming. Unique is the estate owns Angus & Aubrac cattle herd. It`s the farms source for our own nutritious, organic fertilizer for lively soils in the vineyards and creates the closed circle in the biodynamic Demeter farming. Outstanding issues are the totally unpruned vines, called «graupert» and the extended maturation in concrete egg-shaped containers. As well as the family initiated the first holistic Demeter brewery where we refine the ancient grain beer out of the old varieties called Einkorn and Emmer wheat. - From Zev Rovine

Grilled peach and arugula salad, lemon herb chicken, tuna crudo, vegetable tart, marinated olives, picnic sandwiches

Strawberry, watermelon, cantaloupe, floral notes, soft red berries, clean mineral finish

Varietal:

Field Blend

Vintage:

• 2025

ABV:

• 11.4%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Region: California, USA

Wonderwerk stands out also for their colorful, eye-catching labels: “We wouldn’t be anywhere without our friends Anton Goddard and Lana Shahmoradian who design all of our branding and label artwork, as well as the slew of other friends who lend their creative energy to making some of our more absurd and visual ideas come true,” Issamu acknowledges. “It’s true that you “drink with your eyes first” and so we’ve always wanted to create wines that jump out at you, grab your attention and make you go “what is this all about…?” Well, New York, thanks to this hot addition in the Jenny & Francois book, you can now wonder about Wonderwerk’s work as well! - Jenny and Francois

Caesar salad, fried chicken, roasted meats, crispy potatoes, sandwiches, picnic fare

Gummy peach, citrus peel, apricot, fresh herbs, grassy notes, tart acidity, soft tannins

Varietal:

Riesling, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc

Vintage:

• 2024

ABV:

• 12.9%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Region: Oregon, USA

"The Marigny is a small winery that’s big on fun. Our vineyards are managed sustainably and organically by a crew that you can count on your fingers. Each fall myself, and maybe one other person, take a year's worth of farming and process it without any additives or additions.
We believe great wines don’t have to be saved. So go ahead, open these while you’re cooking dinner, during the game or just because you feel like it. We’re here for ya when your day needs a little extra brightness and we care a lot about people having a good time.
Cheers,
Andy Young"