Pet-Nat Is Still the Coolest Kid in the Room

It doesn’t try.
It doesn’t need to.
Pet-Nat just shows up — slightly chilled, slightly cloudy, and completely magnetic.

This isn’t Champagne’s polished sibling. It’s the one who dropped out of art school, started a mushroom farm, and throws the best backyard parties. And somehow… you always want to be near it.

So What Is Pet-Nat?

Let’s keep it soft but honest.

Pet-Nat (short for pétillant-naturel) is a style of sparkling wine made by bottling the juice before fermentation finishes. That means the bubbles are born naturally, right inside the bottle. No second fermentation, no dosage, no rules. Just raw fizz.

It’s one of the oldest sparkling wine methods — older than Champagne — but it feels like the newest thing at the table.

What Does It Taste Like?

Like a rebellion in a glass.
Or a sunrise at 4am when you haven’t slept.

Pet-Nat can taste like white peaches, unripe strawberries, funky cider, or a lemon spritz kissed with wildflowers. There’s no one flavor — that’s the thrill. Each bottle is a little unpredictable. Slightly different. Sometimes a little fizzy, sometimes a full-on party.

Expect floaties. Expect cloudiness. Expect fun.

When Do You Drink It?

When you’re:

Not in the mood for anything serious
Making out in the kitchen
Hosting a picnic that might become a dance floor
Feeling like your soul needs a reset

It’s perfect for brunch. Or breakups. Or both.

How to Find a Good One

Look for natural winemakers. Small producers. Fun labels.
Try:

Les Capriades (France) — Pet-Nat legends. Soft, dreamy fizz.
Wild Arc (New York) — Juicy, cloudy, and always surprising.
Costadilà (Italy) — Orange-hued chaos with balance.

Tip: Always chill it down, but open carefully. It might be excited to see you.

Closing Line:

Some wines want to impress you.
Pet-Nat just wants you to feel something.

Pet-Nat Is Still the Coolest Kid in the Room