[Organic wine] 5 recommended wines with interesting labels
Natural and organic wines are becoming increasingly popular because they are pesticide-free, additive-free, organically grown, and supposedly good for you .
If you have never tried organic wine, you may have the impression that it is difficult to understand, such as whether it is really delicious or not, or what is meant by natural wine.
Organic wines are complex, with many different considerations involved, including cultivation methods, certification agencies, and additives, so choosing one can be difficult.
This time, we asked Yuta Okada, a wine sommelier at Lucia's, to summarize some organic wines with interesting and impactful labels.
Please use this as a reference when choosing organic wine.
If you want to know what organic wine is specifically and how it differs from regular wine, check out this article.
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5 recommended organic wines with interesting labels
Organic wine is a new production area, and young producers are making a name for themselves.
The wine labels are also funky and creative.
Organic wine is made in a natural way and is the result of great effort and manual work on the part of the winemaker.
There are many unique wines that are not only healthy for your body, but also bring out the natural flavor of the grapes and are rich in taste and aroma.
Looking at the wine label and imagining the wine producer may make your wine-sipping experience more enjoyable.
1. [White wine from the Loire, France]
La Petite Folie 2019/Les Vins Jardins (Yoann Giraud)
[France Loire White] La Petite Folie 2019 / Les Vins Jardins (Yoan Giraud) Variety: 60% Melon de Bourgogne, 40% Folle Blanche 
The wine label features an impactful and mysterious design. It looks like people are drinking wine together.
This label looks easy to find !
Organic wine from the Loire region, a vast wine-producing region in northern France.
The area is home to an old castle and beautiful rural scenery, making it a popular tourist destination.
This organic wine has been carefully crafted by Yoann, who is known as a serious winemaker who puts his heart and soul into his winemaking every day.
It has a light, refreshing taste with a refreshing, sparkling sweet and sour flavor of lemon, passion fruit, and pear, and a dry finish.
2. [Loire, France, White]
Derniere Nes Blanc [2018] Domaine des Maisons Brulées
Reference price: ¥4,180
The label is a joke on the mandatory "no drinking for pregnant women" sign. It's a label that makes you want to pick it up !
The company was taken over in 2013 from Michel Oger, who was highly trusted by producers of Vin Nature ( natural wine ) around the region.
This is a popular organic white wine with a very well-balanced finish.
It has a pinkish golden color with a hint of cider, and has the aroma of yellow peach, pear, and spices like cinnamon, with a crisp aftertaste.
3. [French Beaujolais Red]
Marcel Lapierre Raisin Gaulois 2019
Reference price: ¥2,930
The label was designed by the famous illustrator Maurice Chinet. The design, which looks like a man munching on delicious grapes, is very appealing.
Marcel Lapierre is particularly well-known in the natural wine world in France, and many natural wine producers influenced by him are active throughout France, including Beaujolais.
By practicing as natural farming as possible and fermenting the grapes with natural yeast, we produce a wine that is said to be the real Beaujolais.
Just like the label design, this Beaujolais has a fresh and juicy taste, as if you were eating delicious, freshly picked grapes.
4. [Slovenia White]
GONC Starman 2019
Reference price: ¥5,720
The wine name "Starman" is named after a David Bowie song.
The wine label also has a funky rock design !
Once you've finished drinking the wine, this bottle looks stylish enough to be displayed as interior decoration.
It seems that young winemakers these days often incorporate rock influences into their wines.
Slovenia is a small country bordering Italy and Austria.
It is located at 45 degrees north latitude, the same as the Bordeaux region of France, and its geographical and climate are ideal for winemaking.
It may not be well known in Japan, but it is a popular wine producing country in Europe.
" GONC Starman" is a wine made by harvesting grapes on the day of a full moon, when the vitality of plants is said to be increased, and pressing them under the moonlight.
This is a rare wine with only 3,000 bottles produced.
Apparently the song "Starman" is playing while the beer is brewing !
5. [Italy Lazio Orange]
Priverno Flora [2019]
Reference price: ¥4,070
The wine's name, " Flora ," means plant, and it is decorated with vivid illustrations of retro flowers and plants.
The wine label has a feminine feel, so it would make a great gift for women.
This orange wine is made from white grapes and is similar to red wine, giving it a vibrant appearance.
It has a slightly rich, dry taste and is light to drink.
It has a fruity taste and also has the flavor of tropical fruits like lychee.
Choose organic wine
We have introduced some delicious and recommended organic wines with interesting labels.
Organic wine is made in a natural way thanks to the great efforts and handiwork of the producers.
The labels often have meanings behind them, so try imagining them while tasting the wine.
And to support the winemakers, try choosing organic wine.
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