Why Natural Wine?
In addition to the pesticides used in the vineyard, there are additives for color, texture, flavor, preservation and much more that can go into commercialized wines. Natural wine isn't new, however, it is having a resurgence. Many farmers have always practiced making wine this way without using the term "natural". By consuming natural wine, we get to support smaller farmers who farm with the utmost respect for the land and environment.
Grown on Small Organic & Biodynamic Farms
Natural wines begin in the vineyard, where small-scale producers farm organically—and often biodynamically. These growers completely avoid synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or chemicals. Their practices reflect a deep respect for the land, producing grapes in harmony with nature. By choosing natural wine, you're supporting sustainable agriculture and vintners who genuinely care about soil health, biodiversity, and long-term environmental impact.
Hand Harvested With Care
Unlike industrial winemaking that relies on mechanical harvesters, natural winemakers pick their grapes by hand. Yes, it’s more labor-intensive and costly but it ensures that only the healthiest, ripest grapes make it into the bottle. Hand harvesting allows for better selection and preserves the integrity of the fruit, which ultimately leads to higher-quality wine.
Natural Fermentation, Actually
Once harvested, these carefully selected grapes undergo fermentation using only the wild, native yeasts found on the grape skins and in the vineyard itself. Natural winemakers skip the lab-cultured yeasts that are often used to standardize flavor. Instead, they let the wine express its true terroir, the character of the land, climate, and grape… without manipulation. This results in wine that’s vibrant, unique, and alive.
Nothing Added, Nothing Taken Away
Did you know that there are over 50 additives that can go into conventional wine? If you didn’t you’re not alone. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not require ingredients to be listed on wine labels, which leads to a serious lack of transparency. Additives can be used for many different reasons and can include adding colorants to manipulate hue, lab grown yeasts and bacteria for faster fermentation, preservatives, sugars, and so much more!
Support Sustainable Sips by Shopping Local at Wilder Wine
Choosing natural wine means embracing sustainability and craftsmanship. It also means supporting real people doing meaningful work. At Wilder Wine, we proudly source from small, independent winemakers who farm organically, harvest by hand, and create wine with nothing added and nothing taken away. When you shop locally with us, you're not just buying better wine. You're helping preserve traditional methods, protect the environment, and uplift communities rooted in responsible farming. Come by Wilder Wine and experience how natural, honest winemaking should taste—one bottle at a time. Cheers to that!
