Low Sugar and Organic Wines

Low Sugar and Organic Wines

With the new year upon us, we’re hearing more of the ‘New Year, New Me!’ mantra make its way around. Wine lovers, that doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite wines! Organic, low sugar, and low sulfate wines are great options if you’re looking for something lighter to drink, while also sticking to those New Year’s resolutions and intentions that you set. We’ve put together some information and wine suggestions to help you out.

Low Sugar Wines

What determines the sweetness and sugar levels of a wine? Fermentation! When less sugar is fermented, more stays in the natural fruit. Sweet white wines (Moscato, German Riesling, and Spätlese) yield a shorter fermentation time, making it sweeter on the tongue.

Dry white wines (Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Grigio) have a longer fermentation period. Because of this, not much of the natural sugar is left in the grape, producing a drier taste on the palette. These wines typically have 1-3 grams of sugar per 5-ounce pour.

Sweet red wines (Tawny Port, Port, and Banyuls) are typically fermented with fruits other than grapes, think figs, dates, etc. These fruits have a natural sweetness that add sugar and flavor. Similar to dry white wines, dry red wines (Italian Chianti, Pinot Noir, Malbec, and Zinfandel) are also lower in sugar (1-3 grams per 5-ounce), fermented for much longer, and more tannic. A few dry red wine varietals include Italian Chianti, Pinot Noir, Malbec, and Zinfandel.

Organic Wines

To be labeled as an organic wine, producers need to go through a rigorous process of certification and the grapes need to be grown without the use of artificial or synthetic chemicals, such as herbicides and pesticides. Our stores now offer 2 new organic lines- Amore Organic Blends and Chaval Organic Wines. Both vineyards are certified organic and use a blend of locally grown grapes as well as internationally imported grapes.

Food and Wine Pairings

Drinking low sugar or organic wines doesn’t mean giving up flavorful food pairings! There are plenty of delicious options to go along with our selections. Check out some of our favorite low-sugar wines and suggested pairings below that will leave you feeling healthier in the new year, cheers!

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