Organic Wine is defined by the National Organic Program (part of USDA) as "a wine made from organically grown grapes without any added sulfites". The common goal in producing Organic Wine is to create a stable agriculture system by minizing the damage done to the ecosystem. But does a "healthier wine" taste good and is it healthy on your wallet? Here is a list of the best Organic, Biodynamic, Eco-Friendly wines for under $20.
Bonterra Vineyards is one of the largest producers of "certified organic & biodynamic" wines. Their McNab Lines of Merlot, Cabernet, Sauvignon, & Old Vone Petite Sirah have been awarded 85 points or above by Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
Muscat 2006 90 Points
This dessert wine is a perfect balance of sweet flavours including pineapple, peach,
honeysuckle, vanilla, and spice.
Merlot 2006 91 Points
"Vibrant" chocolate, coconut macarrons, and berry crust aromas fill this soft
"dry-yet-fruity" dark garnet colour wine. The great balance allows this merlot to pair
with about anything.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006 88 Points
ROSÉ 2007 86 Points
SYRAH 2005 88 Points
ZINFANDEL 2006 87 Points
Guy Bossard Vineyards located in the Muscadet Region of France has been producing Organic Wines since 1975. Each grape is hand picked and shire horses are using to plogh the plots on the 50 acres.
2006 Muscadet Sur Lie
Citrus fruits and apples and the undertones for this nice light wine which pairs well with
seafood especially crab meat.
Other notable vineyards that following the trend of eco-friendly wines are:
Benziger Winery
Frogs Leap
Grgich Hills
Frey Vineyards
Happy Sippin'
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