Several words on this new trend:
Production:
With 61 055
hectares in organic agriculture in France in 2011 against 50 268 hectares
in 2010 meaning a rising of 21% in a year the organic vines represents now 7,
4% of the total French vineyard.
This sector is the most dynamic in France and involved more and more producers.
This sector is the most dynamic in France and involved more and more producers.
Consumption:
In 2011, 1/3 French consumes organic wine frequently
or sometimes according to a market study directed by Ipsos/SudVinBio.
The trade increased by 11% in 2011 towards 2010 with a
benefit of 359 million Euros in France and developed also to export (Germany,
United States, Japan, etc) representing 34% of the international turnover.
Today, France is the third organic wine producer
behind Spain and Italy.
Actuality :
A little revolution in the wine world. Since the 1st August 2012, the organic
wine has an European label which takes into account the method of wine making.
The French organic wines could be called now “vin bio” instead of “vin issu de
raisins de l’agriculture biologique”, it means that until this reform, only the
grapes was considered as organic. Now, the grapes should be organic but also
the way of wine making must be certified by the European committee. It is a
new constraint for producers but a very
good point for customers whose want to buy organic wines.
Now let’s note the 3 favorite
organic wines
Alsace – Domaine Pierre Frick Pinot Gris Sélection de Grains Nobles – 2007
The mouth expresses
notes of quince jam, apricot and honey. A very long and fresh final mouth
Pierre Frick winery
was converted in organic agriculture in 1970. Its whole production is selling
within the property.
Price : 14-18 €
Lubéron – Château La Canorgue Coin Perdu – Rouge 2009
This vintage offers a very specific
wine, heavy and fine with notes of mature black fruits and pralines.
Château de la Canorgue is a family property located in the heart of
Lubéron and is organic from more than 30 years ago.
Price : 15-20 €
Bourgogne- Domaine La Soufrandière Pouilly-Vinzelles – Blanc 2009
Agrums and citrus aroms. A long and whole wine in mouth. This vintage is
a blend of “young vines” (23 to 48 years old) of vineyard.
La soufrandière is an organic producer since 2000.
Price :
14-18 €
