Absentee Winery

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Absentee Winery 〰️

Absentee Winery is a natural wine project based in California, USA, founded by winemaker Julian Dunn. The winery is focused on producing authentic, small-batch wines that emphasize minimal intervention and respect for the fruit and terroir.

Julian sources grapes from organic and biodynamic vineyards, mostly in California’s Central Coast region, and crafts wines using native yeast fermentation without added sulfites or filtration. This approach allows the wines to express a pure and unadulterated sense of place.

Absentee Winery produces a range of varietals and blends, often featuring Grenache, Syrah, and other Rhône-style grapes. The wines are characterized by vibrant fruit, earthy complexity, and a lively natural acidity.

Though relatively young, Absentee Winery has garnered attention within the natural wine community for its sincere dedication to crafting honest, handcrafted wines with a light touch.

 

Where to Find Absentee Winery Wines

Direct from Absentee Winery & Online Retailers (US Focus)

Absentee Winery Official Website **The primary place to learn about their wines and direct purchase options.** While their online shop may vary in direct sales, it's the best source for contact and current information. They also mention a "North Marin Wine District" club for direct purchases.
Wine-Searcher.com **Your best resource for finding retailers globally.** Search for "Absentee Winery" to find various merchants listing their wines and compare prices. Given their artisanal and limited production, stock may be scarce.
MYSA Natural Wine (Online, Ships US) A prominent online retailer specializing in natural wines. They frequently stock Absentee Winery wines and offer shipping to many US states.
Primal Wine (Online, Ships US) Another excellent online natural wine retailer that has carried Absentee Winery's "Red" blend.
Astor Wines & Spirits (New York, Ships US) A major New York-based retailer known for its wide selection, including natural wines. They have stocked Absentee Winery wines and ship to various US states.
Natural Wine Company (Online, Ships US) An online shop dedicated to natural wines, often featuring Absentee Winery.
Little Lands Wines (Online, Ships US) An online retailer for natural and low-intervention wines that has stocked Absentee Winery's "Pink Pearl."

US Retailers & Distributors (Examples & General Tips)

Absentee Winery has distribution in select US markets, particularly those with a vibrant natural wine scene. Their wines are typically found at independent wine shops and natural wine bars that appreciate their "ingredients: grapes" philosophy.

  • **Key Distributors (from importer/retailer info):**
    • **Steven Graf Wine (CA, and potentially other states):** Steven Graf is noted as a distributor for Absentee Winery, indicating broad reach within California and potentially beyond.
    • **Winebow (California, Colorado, DC, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Wisconsin):** While primarily a large distributor, Winebow sometimes carries highly sought-after smaller producers. This appears in some search results linked to Absentee.
    • **David Bowler Wine (NY, NJ):** A prominent distributor of natural wines in the Northeast, known to work with similar producers.
    • *Given Avi's hands-on approach and direct-to-consumer inclination, distribution might be more targeted. Check the winery's website or contact them for the most accurate and up-to-date distributor list.*