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Natural wine is made with minimal chemical and technological intervention in growing grapes and making them into wine. This means organic or biodynamically grown grapes, no added sulfites (though some may be naturally occurring), and no filtration or fining, among other practices that differentiate it from conventional wines.

Pét Nat is short for "Pétillant Naturel" - a naturally sparkling wine made during the first fermentation.

Orange wine = White Grapes + Red Wine Method.It is made by fermenting white grapes with their skins, which results in a powerful and textured wine with unique aromas and flavors.

Most natural wines start with organically or biodynamically grown grapes, but not all organic wines are considered natural. The key distinction lies in the winemaking process; natural wines see minimal intervention and no added chemicals, while organic wines might still use some additives during production.

Have you ever noticed that wines don't have ingredient labels? Conventional wines can contain over 50 additives allowed by EU law, including up to five times more sulfites (SO2) than natural wines! This excess can cause headaches and other issues. Natural wines, on the other hand, are made from just grapes—no added chemicals or preservatives.

• Natural wines are organically produced by default but focus on minimal intervention and use of native yeasts
• Organic wines use grapes farmed organically but may still include additives in their wine making
• Biodynamic wines use ancient farming methods that are not required for natural wines

Natural wines may offer health benefits due to lower levels of additives and potentially higher levels of antioxidants, but the most significant health factor is moderation. Drinking any type of wine in excessive amounts can negate potential health benefits.