Organic Wine

Organic wine is made from grapes grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers. The winemaking process also avoids most synthetic additives and sulfites, though small amounts of sulfites are sometimes permitted. It is produced through fermentation, where yeast converts sugars in the grape juice into alcohol and carbon dioxide.

Organic wine is primarily consumed as a beverage. Manufacturers may use it in some food products where a wine flavor is desired, such as sauces or marinades, though this is less common than its direct consumption.

Organic wine is regulated by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) for alcohol content and labeling, and by the FDA for general food safety. The FDA has not established specific regulations for 'organic' claims on wine beyond those set by the USDA's National Organic Program. While moderate alcohol consumption has been linked to certain health benefits by some studies, excessive intake is associated with numerous health risks. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated alcohol and sulfites, but specific evaluations for 'organic wine' as a distinct ingredient category are not standard.