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Preservative-Free wine trend - A trend we all need!

Preservative-Free wine trend - A trend we all need!

Beyond non-alcoholic wine, one of the categories that is starting to push from the fringes to the mainstream of the industry is preservative-free wines, with more and more products appearing on the market every harvest. It’s a contentious category, though, especially given the boom in lo-fi wines that share so much but often sit in a different space.

There has been considerable growth in exports of Australian certified organic wines. In the year ending March 2019, certified organic and biodynamic wine exports from Australia combined were worth $17 million. This is a 34 per cent increase on the $12 million reported in 2016 in issue 55 of our Market Bulletin.Specifically in In Australia, organic wine presents the largest opportunity compared to other alternative wines such as lower alcohol wine, preservative free wine or vegan/vegetarian wine according to Wine Intelligence

Consumers are now being faced with numerous options when it comes to making their health or environmentally conscious.As with food, consumers are now more aware of preservatives and additions in beverages. Wine purchasing decisions with increased awareness of sulfite allergies where Sulfites are a type of preservative that is commonly used in winemaking. They can cause allergic reactions in some people, such as headaches, hives, and difficulty breathing.Growing demand for natural and organic products asMany people are looking for wines that are made with natural ingredients and without the use of artificial chemicals.Improved winemaking techniques where winemakers are now able to produce preservative-free wines that are still full-flavored and delicious.

If you are allergic to sulfites, preservative-free wine is a safe option. They are Natural and organic as preservative-free wine is made with natural ingredients and without the use of artificial chemicals offers Full-flavored and delicious wines, they are capable of being just as delicious as wine that contains sulfites.

Tasting The Mercer's Preservative Free Wines

Talking about preservatives Free wines one we can not miss is Aaron Mercer's new self-named venture. Mercer is one of NSW’s most awarded and versatile winemakers. With extensive experience working in France, Germany, Canada and California best known for his positive impact on organic and preservative free winemaking in Australia.

The Mercer Preservative-Free range includes a variety of different wines, including white, red, and sparkling wines, a winemaker who is passionate about making wines that are both delicious and healthy. Pinot Gris is a light-bodied refreshing wine with flavors of pear, apple, and citrus , medium bodied Rosé with flavors of strawberry, raspberry, and watermelon. To a full bodied Shiraz with flavors of plum, blackberry, and chocolate or a Sparkling Shiraz offering notes of strawberry, raspberry, and ginger. They have proven to offer a fantastic range of wines that are free of sulfites, exquisite flavor profile and just good vibes. So go no further than Mercer Preservative-Free range. You may be surprised at how much you enjoy them! They are easy drinking, vibrant and packed with fruit flavours.

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