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matter of time before an expert winemaker finds
the solution or middle ground. So there can be a
fair import and export of organic wine trade with
European, Canadian, or other organic winemakers
worldwide who have a strong desire to enter the
robust organic wine market in the United States.
As more vineyards in France convert to organic
they may take the lead as premier organic wine
producers and surpass Germany who has the most
amount of organic vineyards. With an increase of
organic wine producers in France, which houses
approximately ninety percent of the global organic
wine-growing regions. France has a surplus of wine
reserves more than the percentage of organic wine
drinkers in its country could possibly drink. Hence,
getting access to more consumers in this niche is
essential. The US, with its strict regulations, has
a high demand for this niche market. But, it lags
considerably behind other organic wine-producing
regions in production.
An Organic Viniful Future
By 2023 an estimated 1 billion bottles of organic
wine will be consumed. Germany takes the lead
with the consumption of the most organic wine
consumed. But this might be due to availability
more so than popularity; proximity and ease mat-
ter. And setting a high standard for quality and
wine cultivation has been the norm for German
vineyards for decades.
Whether or not wine-producing countries will
agree on what makes a wine organic. The reality is
there is a demand for wine producers to not only
take on sustainable cultivation methods but also
consider what goes into each barrel of wine they
make. As trendy as hangover-free wine may be, it
is more than just about staving off a headache it is
about the food and beverage industry’s responsi-
bility to their consumer. Understanding that there
need to be options. There is a fine balance that can
be met.
Further, organic wine enthusiasts are not neces-
sarily bidding adieu to classically-made wines; they
simply desire choice. If organic wines could be the
answer to hangovers or possible side effects for
some, it is worth exploring for those looking for
an alternative. Of course, there is no direct evi-
dence to support the notion that organic wine is
the answer wine drinkers have been looking for to
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solve a dreaded hangover.
It cannot be argued that people are finding that
organic wine does not have the same side effects
as its older sibling wines that contain additional
sulfites. This is why it has gained a lot of popularity
among health-conscious consumers who tout this
day-after pleasant effect. Another step that organ-
ic winemakers are moving towards is producing
wine with lower sugar content. This coupled with
no additional sulfites could be a winning strategy
since high sugar content in alcohol is also responsi-
ble for the horrible day after feeling that many feel
after one too many.
As the organic wine industry grows and consum-
ers demand cleaner options. The old school way
of making wine and the new school approach will
need to find a happy medium. So, wine drinkers
can continue to experience the rich history of a
slowly-aged oak barrel wine while welcoming a
fresh organic wine that compliments a modern life-
style.
Notable Organic Wines
Dry Farm Wines: This vineyard goes a step further
and calls its wines pure Natural Wines. They take
on a purist approach when it comes to farming and
harvest pure natural wines that are not only lower
in sulfites but are sugar-free, vegan, biodynamic/
organic, free of toxins, contain lower alcohol and
keto, and paleo-friendly. Sounds like wine magic,
right?! This winery offers a great selection of reds,
whites, rose, and sparkling wine. They offer you an
opportunity to try a box of different wines and if
you would like monthly subscriptions.
Frey Vineyards: As the first US winemakers to be
certified organic and biodynamic, Jonathan and
Katrina Frey have been crafting organic wines for
over forty years. A standout quality of the vine-
yards where their wines are made is that they use a
biodynamic farming method which means that the
natural habitat where their vines grow is cared for
with consideration of the animals and plants that
inhabit the land. The 2018 Biodynamic Chardonnay
with a smooth vanilla creamy finish is a delightful
organic selection.
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