Vinograf

Vinograf: Organic, biodynamic and natural wines

Several specifications correspond to these names. If we very often hear about sulfites, rightly accused of giving headaches, many other products can be included in the composition of so-called conventional wines.

Here is an overview of the different organic, biodynamic and natural specifications:

The organic specifications (AB label) prohibit any use of synthetic chemicals in the vineyards and in the cellar. However, it allows for some oenological crutches during winemaking. Sulfites are tolerated up to 100mg/L for red wines and 150mg/L for whites.

In biodynamics (Demeter or Biodyvin label), the winemaker not only works without synthetic chemicals, but also takes into account the lunar calendar for all the operations he carries out. He will also use biodynamic preparations (fermented horn manure, silica, etc.) to strengthen the vine. Overall, the winemaker seeks to include the cultivation of the vine in a global environment. Sulfites can go up to 70g/L for reds and 90g/L for whites.

In natural wine (Vin Méthode Nature label), the specifications specify the use of organic grapes, fermenting naturally thanks to indigenous yeasts. Natural wines do not see any input during the entire vinification and aging process. Only minimal doses of SO2 are permitted (30mg/L maximum), and must be mentioned by the winemaker. No brutal filtration or wine alteration techniques are permitted.

We also find the name Vins SAINS which aims to completely prohibit the use of sulfites.