Whats Different about a Wine Without Sulfites?
A wine without added sulfites is drinkable by those allergic to sulfites. It cannot last long, however – usually 18 months is the longest a sulfite-free wine would survive. So while it is fine for “drink young” wines like Chardonnay, it would not be good for a “long aging” wine like a Zinfandel. • How Free is Sulfite Free? The TTG, the governing body for wineries, allows wineries to call a wine “sulfite free” when the levels of sulfites are under 10 parts per million (ppm). The upper limit of sulfites allowed to add to wine is 350ppm. Most contain 150ppm or less. By the way, due to the meticulous cleanliness of our tanks, filters, and barrels, most of the wine at Wilson Creek is only 40ppm. There are a few wines that are “sulfite-free” that you may find at some health food stores. Q: What is an organic wine? • Organically grown grapes: Grapes used in certified organic wine, like all organic products, must be grown organically, meaning that no artificial chemical pesticides or fertilize
