Practicing Organic Wines

What Does "Practising Organic" Mean?

Many fine estates farm without synthetic pesticides, herbicides or fertilisers, but choose not to apply for formal certification, or are still in the three-year conversion period. Their wines are "practising organic": made with the same care for the soil, without the logo on the label.

Organic, biodynamic and sustainable

• Organic: no synthetic chemicals in the vineyard, with natural treatments and composts instead. See certified organic wines.
• Biodynamic: organic farming plus herbal preparations and a calendar based on natural cycles. Château Palmer in Margaux is one of the best-known Bordeaux estates to farm this way. See biodynamic wines.
• Sustainable: a broader approach covering water, energy and biodiversity. See sustainable wines.

What you will find here

Miraval rosé from Provence, a half bottle of Château Palmer from Margaux, and Bourgogne Blanc from Vincent Dancer, a small grower known for pure, precise white Burgundy.

Does organic wine taste better?

Organic farming does not guarantee a better wine, but many growers find that healthy, living soils give more vibrant grapes and a clearer sense of place. It is also better for the vineyard's wildlife and workers.

Looking for wines with no animal products? See our vegan wines.

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