How to recognize organic wines on the label
The green organic star logo, known as the "Euro Leaf" or "European Union Organic Logo", represents the official certification of organic products in the European Union. This logo guarantees that the product has been produced, from field to packaging, according to the standards established by the EU for organic farming.
Features of the EU Organic Logo
Shape and Design: the logo has the shape of a leaf made up of 12 white stars on a green background, which symbolize the European Union and respect for the environment.
Certification: only products that meet strict EU standards can use this logo. These standards include the absence of chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, respect for animal welfare and the sustainable use of resources.
Traceability and Transparency: the use of the logo implies that the product can be traced along the entire supply chain, guaranteeing transparency and trust to consumers. We at Sfusobuono, as an e-commerce, also had to undertake the certification process, which we concluded in January 2024 by receiving the certificate from the control and certification body in the organic and sustainable agriculture sector Suolo e Salute.
Meaning for Consumers
When consumers see the green star logo on food and drink products, they can be confident that they are buying authentic organic products that meet high standards of sustainable and ethical production. This logo not only represents food quality and safety, but also a commitment to protecting the environment and promoting biodiversity.
What does Organic Agriculture in the vineyard mean?
Organic agriculture in the vineyard implies the adoption of sustainable and environmentally friendly agricultural practices. Organic winemakers use techniques such as crop rotation, use of organic compost, and organic pest management to maintain soil and plant health. No chemical pesticides or synthetic fertilizers are used, which means that the wine produced is free of chemical residues harmful to human health. This methodology promotes biodiversity and protects local ecosystems, while ensuring high-quality, authentic wines rich in natural flavors. Italy is one of the leading producers of organic wine in the world. The area cultivated with certified vineyards in Italy has exceeded 110,000 hectares, representing approximately 18% of the country's total wine-growing area. ****The leading regions for the production and marketing of organic labels are Sicily, Tuscany, Puglia and Abruzzo. The organic bag in box wines of MorMaj, Terraviva and Cirelli are specifically from Abruzzo.
The growing awareness regarding environmental and health issues is pushing more and more consumers towards organic products, including wines and if the attention to the sustainability does not end only with the content, it also passes through the packaging, the organic wine in bag in box represents the solution ideal for this type of audience.
Organic wine also in the cellar, with lower added sulphites
The attention to eco-sustainability does not end between the rows, but also continues in the production of wine in the cellar to ensure the final consumer a product traced from the land to the shelf, be it virtual or physical. European regulations on organic farming provide lower limits for the use of sulphites than those allowed in conventional wines. This is done to reduce the use of chemical additives and preserve the naturalness of the wine. It must always be considered that all wines contain sulphites which are naturally generated during the fermentation process, but it is those added before packaging that make the difference.
Permitted Sulphite Levels:
Organic Red Wines: the maximum limit of sulphites is 100 mg/l.
Organic White and Rosé Wines Bianchi e Rosati Biologici: the maximum limit of sulphites is 150 mg/l.
Conventional Wines: just to compare, the conventional wines may contain up to 150 mg/l of sulphites for the reds and up to 200 mg/l for whites and roses.
At this point all you have to do is take a look at our section dedicated to Organic Wines in Bag in Box and discover all the offers available. Buying our wines in an alternative and sustainable format means making a conscious choice for you and the environment.
