Biodynamic wine: what it is in plain words
Biodynamic wine is organic winegrowing plus the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner: the vineyard is treated as a single living organism, natural preparations are used and work follows a lunar and cosmic calendar. It is confirmed by Demeter and Biodyvin certification.
What it is
Biodynamics is a farming method that treats the vineyard and the estate as one self-sufficient ecosystem. Alongside organic rules it uses specific preparations (horn manure, for instance) and follows a lunar and astronomical calendar. It grew out of the ideas of Rudolf Steiner (1924).
How it is made
A complete rejection of synthetic chemistry, as in organic farming, plus biodynamic preparations, composts and herbal infusions for the soil and the vine. Vineyard work is planned by the calendar — root, flower and fruit days. Certification comes from Demeter and Biodyvin.
What to pair with
- seasonal cooking
- vegetable dishes
- cheeses
- local produce
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FAQ
How is biodynamic wine different from organic?
Biodynamics includes every organic rule and adds a philosophy on top: preparations, composts, work by the lunar and cosmic calendar, and treating the estate as a single organism.
Does biodynamics affect the taste?
There is no direct scientific evidence that the preparations or the calendar change the taste. But healthy living soil and careful farming often do give more expressive, livelier wines.