Learn More About Natural Wine

Natural wine is made with a minimal-intervention mindset, usually from organically or biodynamically grown grapes and with fewer additions in the winery. These wines can be bright, savoury, cloudy, textural, wild or beautifully pure depending on the producer.

What Is Natural Wine?

Natural wine does not have one universal legal definition, but it generally means low-intervention winemaking, native yeasts and minimal additions. Many natural wines are unfined, unfiltered or made with little to no added sulphur.

Natural Wine Styles

• Juicy chillable reds with bright fruit and soft tannin
• Textural whites with savoury detail and freshness
• Orange wines with skin-contact grip and tea-like complexity
• Pét-nats and sparkling styles with lively fizz

Who Will Love Natural Wine?

Natural wine suits adventurous drinkers who enjoy energy, texture and wines that are not overly polished. It is also a wonderful category for food lovers because the best examples are fresh, savoury and beautifully table-friendly.

Why Buy Natural Wine From Organic Wine?

Organic Wine has been helping Australians discover organic, biodynamic, preservative-free and natural wines since 2002. We offer one of Australia’s best ranges of thoughtfully made wine, with fast delivery, friendly customer service and a 100% happiness guarantee — so you can shop with confidence.

Natural Wine FAQs

What is natural wine?

Natural wine is generally made with minimal intervention in the vineyard and winery. It often uses organic or biodynamically grown grapes, wild yeasts, fewer additions and little to no fining or filtration, although “natural wine” is not a legally regulated term in the same way certified organic wine is.

Is natural wine the same as organic wine?

No. Organic wine refers to certified farming and production standards, while natural wine is more of a winemaking philosophy. Many natural wines are made from organic or biodynamic grapes, but not every natural wine is certified organic.

Does natural wine contain preservatives?

Some natural wines are made with no added preservatives, while others may include a small amount of sulphur dioxide for stability. If you want wine made without added sulphites, check the product details or browse our preservative free wine range.

What does natural wine taste like?

Natural wine can taste bright, juicy, savoury, earthy, cloudy, textural or more traditional depending on the grape variety and producer. Some styles are clean and fruit-driven, while others show more wild-ferment character, gentle funk, skinsy grip or cidery freshness.

Is natural wine better for you?

Natural wine may suit people who prefer wine made with fewer additions and less manipulation. It is still wine and still contains alcohol, so it is best enjoyed mindfully, but many customers choose natural wine because they want a more pared-back, low-intervention style.

Is natural wine always cloudy?

No. Some natural wines are cloudy because they are unfined or unfiltered, but many are clear in the glass. Cloudiness is not a guarantee of quality — it simply reflects the way the wine was made.

Is natural wine vegan?

Many natural wines are vegan friendly because they are often unfined or made without animal-derived fining agents. However, vegan status is not automatic, so it is best to check the individual product listing.

How should I serve natural wine?

Serve natural whites, rosé and orange wines lightly chilled, and chill lighter natural reds for 20–30 minutes before pouring. Because many natural wines are made with fewer preservatives, they are best enjoyed fresh and stored in the fridge once opened.

Who will enjoy natural wine?

Natural wine is ideal for adventurous drinkers who enjoy expressive, small-batch wines with character. It can also suit people who love organic, biodynamic, preservative-free or minimal-intervention wines and want to explore less conventional styles.

Why buy natural wine from Organic Wine?

Organic Wine has been helping Australians discover organic, biodynamic, preservative-free and natural wines since 2002. We offer one of Australia’s best ranges of thoughtfully made wine, with fast delivery, friendly customer service and a 100% happiness guarantee.