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hen selecting WHAT ARE SULFITES? “Contains Sulfites” on the label. WHILE ALL a bottle of The purpose of this label is to CONTAIN SOME protect those who may be allergic , you Sulfites come from sulfur; a natu- NATURALLY will often rally occurring antibacterial agent to sulfites (an estimated 1% of the read the that has been added to wines for U.S. population). OCCURRING SULFITES, wineW labels to learn helpful infor- centuries to preserve the charac- According to the FDA, sulfites IF YOU DESIRE WINES mation such as the are not dangerous in wine, and ter, flavor, and color of the wine. WITH THE LOWEST and country of origin. One thing Sulfites help to stop oxidation and they do not cause cancer or birth that many people notice on bacteria growth that can ruin a defects. Unless you are allergic LEVEL OF SULFITES, almost every is the wine (eventually turning the wine to sulfites, you should not worry ORGANIC WINES phrase “Contains Sulfites”. No one into vinegar). There are few wine- about the health effects of sulfites. likes to see that chemicals have makers who make wines without It is also not scientifically proven SHOULD BE AT THE TOP been added, but let’s explore the adding sulfites, as these wines are that sulfites are the main cause of OF YOUR LIST. use of sulfites and organic wines very perishable. But even though hangovers and headaches from (i.e. those without added sulfites). organic wines have no added wine consumption. but this does not mean that they sulfites, they still contain small are certified organic! WHAT ARE ORGANIC amounts of sulfites produced by HOW DO I KNOW IF A And while all wines contain some WINES? during the fermentation WINE IS ORGANIC? naturally occurring sulfites, if you process. This trace level of sulfites desire wines with the lowest level Organic wines are made from may not be detectable during When looking at the , of sulfites, organic wines should that have been grown chemical analysis. there are two criteria to look for be at the top of your list. Finally, organically, without the use of when finding an organic wine. sweet white dessert wines contain artificial or synthetic chemicals, ARE SULFITES First, it will mention that the the most sulfites, followed by such as , fertilizers, and DANGEROUS? grapes are organically grown blush wines and semi-sweet white . Strict rules govern the (without use). More im- wines. And contrary to popular organic process, and According to FDA regulations, portantly, you must search for the belief, the wines with the lowest the USDA must certify organic all wines (both domestic and seal of the certifying agency - the levels of added sulfites are dry wines. Organic wine is also made imported) that contain 10+ USDA. Many wines are labeled as red wines. Cheers, and happy without the addition of sulfites. ppm of sulfur dioxide must state eco-friendly, green, and natural, searching!

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