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Organic Wine

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There is increasing interest in organic wine from around the world, both for their quality and the positive benefits to the environment. Organic wine is grown in a manner that protects the environment and preserves the life of both the soil and the vines. The resulting organic wines are truly the purest expression of the grape.

For organic wine produced in and imported to the United States, both the growing of the grapes and the production of the wine must be certified. 100% of the wines we import are grown and produced to meet the USDA organic standards, and carry certifications as such. All agricultural ingredients used in the wine must be grown and produced without excluded methods including most conventional pesticides, synthetic fertilizers and ingredients, genetic engineering, ionizing radiation, or sewage sludge. Natural methods are used to combat pests and other natural vineyard hazards. These include the use of predatory insects such as ladybugs and lacewings, and a systematic approach that promotes healthy vines and minimizes the vineyards’ susceptibility to insect and disease attack.

The organic wine is then produced and bottled in a certified organic facility. Organic techniques are applied including minimal processing and no use of chemical additives. According to the Organic Vineyard Alliance, “When making conventional wine, numerous chemicals can be and are used, not just added sulfites. Some conventional winemakers add color, oak chips and flavor agents. Wine that is certified organic is allowed to have about 70 organic and naturally occurring acids, salts, and enzymes. However, unlike in conventionally produced wine, any chemical used in a certified-organic wine cannot have an adverse effect on the environment or on human health as defined by the Food and Drug Administration.  Source: The National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances, issued by the National Organic Program (NOP).”

Organic wine growers promote ecological biodiversity among the vineyards, allowing other plants to grow in and around the vineyard in order to attract beneficial insects and pollinators. Over time, organic vineyards develop a natural resistance to adverse weather and insects and tend to produce higher quality and more robust grapes even in the most adverse growing conditions.

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The Different Categories of Organic Wine

Organic wine sold in the United States fall into two categories: “Made with Organically Grown Grapes” and “Organic.”  The primary difference between the two is in the use of sulfites. Both categories of wines are made with 100% USDA Certified Organically Grown Grapes. Many are also produced with No Sulfites Added, and only those wines are allowed to display the USDA organic seal on the label. The level of sulfites in wine is measured in “ppm,” or parts per million.

Other wines are organically grown and Demeter certified Biodynamic.

The USDA has trade partnerships with more than 100 countries. These partnerships allow organic products certified in one country to be sold as organic in the other. Regardless of country of origin, traded products must meet the labeling requirements in the destination country. Reputable third-party certification agencies inspect the wineries to ensure they are growing and producing wines to USDA Organic standards. Therefore, a wine produced and sold in a foreign country typically has a separate label if it is also imported to the United States.

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Wines Made With Organic Grapes

Wine sold, labeled, or represented as being “Made With Organic Grapes” must meet these criteria:wine made with 100% orgaic grapes logo

  • 100 percent of all grapes (of all varietals) must be certified organic, and be:
    • Produced without excluded methods including most conventional pesticides, fertilizers, synthetic ingredients, ionizing radiation, or sewage sludge.
    • Produced per the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (National List).
    • Overseen by an organic certifying agent.
    • Any remaining agricultural ingredients (e.g., yeast) are not required to be organic, but must be produced without excluded methods as listed above.
  • Any non-agricultural ingredients must be specifically allowed on the National List.
  • The wine is produced and bottled in a certified-organic facility.
  • Sulfur dioxide (sulfites) may be added to yield less than 100 parts per million in finished grape wine, but may not be added to wine “made with” other organic fruit (e.g., apples).
  • Labels must state the name of the certifying agent (certified organic by *** or similar).
  • Label may state, “made with organic grapes.”
  • Labels may not include the USDA organic seal.
    Source: USDA

Our winery partner producers of wine labeled as “Made With Organic Grapes” use the lowest level of sulfites possible to prevent spoilage and bacterial contamination. The legal maximum for the combination of natural and added sulfites in wines labeled as “Made With Organic Grapes” is 100 parts per million (ppm) vs. the limit of 350 ppm in conventional wines.

 

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Organic wine sold in the United States fall into two categories: “Made with Organic Grapes” and “Organic.”  The primary difference between the two is in the use of sulfites.

The majority of the organic wines in our portfolio are labeled as “Made with Organic Grapes.” These wines are grown under the USDA guidelines, as well as the reciprocating organic certification partner in their country of origin.  We import wines from both Europe and South America, and all wines must adhere to USDA organic standards.

The biggest ingredient of note allowed in the Made with Organic Grapes category is Sulfur dioxide (sulfites), and that is the only ingredient differentiating those wines from USDA Certified Organic wines. The level of sulfites in wine is measured in “ppm,” or parts per million.

Wine labeled as Made With Organic Grapes

Our winery partners produce wine labeled as “Made With Organic Grapes” with the lowest level of sulfites possible to prevent spoilage and bacterial contamination. White wines are particularly difficult to produce without the use of sulfites, so nearly all imported organic white wines will be produced with the use of added sulfites.

The legal maximum for the combination of natural and added sulfites in wines labeled as “Made With Organic Grapes” is 100 parts per million (ppm) vs. the limit of 350 ppm in conventional wines.

All organic wine sold in the United States that contains any sulfites over 10 ppm must be labeled as “contains sulfites.” Sulfur dioxide, a compound formed from sulfur and oxygen, occurs naturally during fermentation in small quantities, so all wines will have a very small amount of sulfites present. Therefor it is very difficult if not impossible to produce 100% organic sulfite free wine.

It’s important to note that in the Made with Organic Grapes category, 100 percent of all grapes (of all varietals) must be certified organic. The grapes are grown in accordance to USDA organic standards, without the use of most conventional pesticides, fertilizers, synthetic ingredients, ionizing radiation, or sewage sludge.

Natural methods are used to combat pests and other natural vineyard hazards. These include the use of predatory insects such as ladybugs and lacewings, and a systematic approach that promotes healthy vines and minimizes the vineyards’ susceptibility to insect and disease attack.

All of our wines Made with Organic Grapes are vibrant, fresh superior wines that are both good for the earth and tantalizing for the palate.

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USDA Organic Wine No Sulfites Added

USDA Organic Wine No Sulfites Added LOGOMany of our organic wine production partners also produce USDA Certified Organic No Sulfites Added  wines (often referred to as NSA wines), with no added preservatives. These wines are allowed naturally occurring sulfite levels under 10 ppm. Other agricultural ingredients that go into the wine, including yeast, also have to be certified organic.  Only Organic wines are allowed to display the USDA organic seal, and may be labeled as Organic or Organic Wine on the front and back label.

USDA Organic No Sulfites Added Wines may contain language on the label such as “Contains No Detectable Sulfites,” or “May Contain Naturally Occurring Sulfites” when the overall amount of naturally occurring sulfites is under 10ppm.*

Wineries producing these wines have developed proprietary methods to ensure their wines’ stability with an extended shelf life of 1-2 years. They start by selecting only the highest-quality, healthy grapes, grown in optimal conditions. These are often hand-picked to help ensure premium grapes. The wine is produced in super-hygienic conditions, bottled after a short fermentation in steel tanks, and capped with a screw cap or top quality cork to ensure that no oxygen can reach the wine until it is opened. The resulting wines are fresh and flavorful.

What are Sulfites?

Sulfite Molecules on WineSulfites (Sulfur Dioxide or SO2) are widely used in a variety of products, from dried fruit to orange juice, to prevent browning and spoilage. Conventional wines can contain sulfites up to 350 ppm. Many of our winery producers have developed proprietary methods that allow their wines to be produced without the addition of sulfites, especially red wine varietals. Still white wines that need to travel great distances are especially difficult to produce without sulfites.

Low levels of added sulfites are allowed in wine labeled as “Made with Organic Grapes.” All organic wine sold in the United States that contains any sulfites over 10 ppm must be labeled as “contains sulfites.”  In wines labeled as “Organic Wine” no added sulfites are allowed and naturally occurring sulfite levels must be under 10 parts per million (ppm). Sulfur dioxide, a compound formed from sulfur and oxygen, occurs naturally during fermentation in small quantities.

According to Simon Wolf of Decanter: “Despite its usefulness in slowing oxidation and knocking out harmful bacteria, some believe SO2 also mutes the delicate nuances that express vintage or vineyard character…” At Natural Merchants, we work to import wines that use the least amount of sulfites and other interventions in the winemaking process as possible. The resulting wines are the true essence of the winery’s terroir, creating a “taste of place” and a glass to remember.

*Source: FDA Code of Federal Regulations, Sulfites in Standardized Food


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Organic wine sold in the United States fall into two categories: “Made with Organic Grapes” and “Organic.”  The primary difference between the two is in the use of sulfites.

In the United States, wines labeled as USDA Organic are No Sulfites Added Wines (also known as NSA wines). These wines are produced without added sulfites but may contain up to 10ppm of naturally occurring sulfites. Sulfur dioxide, a compound formed from sulfur and oxygen, occurs naturally during fermentation in small quantities, so all wines will have a very small amount of natural sulfites present. Therefore it is very difficult if not impossible to produce 100% sulfite-free wine.

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USDA Organic No Sulfites Added Wines may contain language on the label such as “Contains No Detectable Sulfites,” or “May Contain Naturally Occurring Sulfites” when the overall amount of naturally occurring sulfites is under 10ppm.* Our producers work hard to create sulfite free wine, and the amount of detectable sulfites is extremely low, averaging 1-3ppm in the finished product.

Organic grapes are grown in accordance to USDA organic standards, without the use of most conventional pesticides, fertilizers, synthetic ingredients, ionizing radiation, or sewage sludge.

Organic wine growers promote ecological biodiversity among the vineyards, allowing other plants to grow in and around the vineyard in order to attract beneficial insects and pollinators. Over time, organic vineyards develop a natural resistance to adverse weather and insects and tend to produce higher quality and more robust grapes even in the most adverse growing conditions.

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Our No Sulfites Added Wine Brands

Our winery partners producing Organic and Biodynamic wine without sulfites added have developed proprietary methods to ensure their wines’ stability with an extended shelf life of 1-2 years. They start by selecting only the highest-quality, healthy grapes, grown in optimal conditions. These are often hand-picked to help ensure premium grapes. The wine is produced in super-hygienic conditions, bottled after a short fermentation in steel tanks, and capped with a screw cap or top-quality cork to ensure that no oxygen can reach the wine until it is opened. The resulting wines are fresh and flavorful, and some of the very best expression of the grape.

*Source: FDA Code of Federal Regulations, Sulfites in Standardized Food

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Our Organic Wine:

  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato M*USE Prosecco Spumante
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato M*USE Prosecco Spumante Mini
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Italian Spumante Brut Rosé
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Sparkling Rose Secco Mini
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Moscato
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Moscato Mini
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Hoopa Piwi Pet Nat Frizzante
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Costa La Flor
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Gran Reserva Carmenere
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Royale Carmenere
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Royale Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Royale Syrah
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Cerro Basalto
  • Organic Wine - Koyle Cerro Basalto Cuartel G2
  • Organic Wine - Capela Santa Margarida
  • Organic Wine - Inkarri SoPure Red Blend
  • Organic Wine - Inkarri Estate Bottled Malbec
  • Organic Wine - Inkarri Red Blend Limited Edition
  • Organic Wine - Inkarri Estate Bottled Cabernet
  • Organic Wine - Inkarri Rosé
  • Organic Wine - Inkarri Cabernet Sauvignon Winemaker’s Reserve
  • Organic Wine - Inkarri Brut Sparkling
  • Organic Wine - Broletto Lambrusco
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato NSA Prosecco
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Merlot NSA
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Cabernet NSA
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Red Blend NSA
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Pinot Grigio
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Stefany Valdobbiadene DOCG
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Stefany Prosecco Magnum
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Stefany Prosecco
  • Organic Wine - Biokult Naken
  • Organic Wine - Biokult Grüner Veltliner
  • Organic Wine - Biokult Red Blend
  • Organic Wine - Biokult Zweigelt Rosé
  • Organic Wine - Biokult Rosé Secco
  • Organic Wine - Sofos “The Wise One“ Red
  • Organic Wine - Sofos “The Wise One“ White
  • Organic Wine - Cuvée Expression Rosé
  • Organic Wine - Cuvée Expression White
  • Organic Wine - Cuvée Expression Rouge
  • Organic Wine - Les Hauts de Lagarde Rouge
  • Organic Wine - Les Hauts de Lagarde Blanc-Sec
  • Organic Wine - Les Hauts de Lagarde Rosé
  • Organic Wine - En Mémoire du Malbec
  • Organic Wine - Spartico Tempranillo/Cabernet
  • Organic Wine - VERTVS Vintage Tempranillo
  • Organic Wine - Niña Bonita ~ Organic Spanish Sangria
  • Organic Wine - WIN Verdejo · Alcohol-Removed Wine
  • Organic Wine - WIN Tempranillo · Alcohol-Removed Wine
  • Organic Wine - Good Twin · Alcohol-Removed Sparkling Wine
  • Organic Wine - WIN Sparkling Verdejo · Alcohol-Removed Wine
  • Organic Wine - Granza Toro Crianza
  • Organic Wine - Tarantas Tempranillo Crianza
  • Organic Wine - Tarantas Sparkling White
  • Organic Wine - Tarantas Cava Rosé
  • Organic Wine - Tarantas Cava
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Fields Rosé Prosecco DOC
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Fields Prosecco Spumante
  • Organic Wine - Pizzolato Fields Prosecco

Our Wines Types:

  • Wines Made With Organic Grapes

  • Sugar Free Wine

  • 90+ Points

  • Organic Wine

  • No Sulfites Added Wine

  • Dry Farm Wine

  • Biodynamic Wine

  • Vegan Wine

  • Non-GMO Project Verified Wine

  • Natural Wine

  • Organic Red Wine

  • Organic Rosé Wine

  • Organic White Wine

  • Organic Sparkling Wine

  • Organic Dessert Wine

Natural Merchants

Natural Merchants is a leading importer of high-quality, family produced no sulfites added certified organic wine, organically grown wine, Biodynamic wine and Vegan wine. Let us be your source for the best natural wines from Europe and South America.

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