Organic Winemaking Flashcards
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Define Organic Winemaking
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Organic winemaking refers to wines made with organically grown grapes and complies with rules that restrict certain practices from being performed during winemaking.
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What is allowed during organic winemaking?
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Many conventional practices are allowed however additives and processes are controlled by Ecocert. Organic raw materials should be used where possible. Certain processes e.g. de-alcoholisation are excluded.
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Is SO2 allowed in organic winemaking?
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Yes, but the limits vary across countries.
In USA, no SO2 is allowed to be added.
The EU allows regulated additions of SO2.
4
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How are wineries certified as organic?
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Certified status is issued by local associations or is determined at country level
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