Natural Wines

Joli Vin does not make a point of seeking out only those producers whose work is governed by a sustainable philosophy. Producers who craft honest, unadulterated, vibrant wines, with subtle and complex aromas, which express the regions unique terroir and distinguish themselves from those nearby, are the ones we seek out. It just so happens that there is a great overlap between these two orientations.  

There is great interest in wines which are naturally made, as there is great discussion concerning what constitutes a naturally made wine and no small measure of confusion as well. There will be no attempt here to clarify all of the differences that exist between the different modes of natural winemaking and the many important decisions which are made in pursuit of a natural wine and an economically viable enterprise. Consumers interested can surely find multiple sources of information which will help to provide greater detail. Some important links are provided on this page.

The wineries listed below are wholly committed to the practice of organic, biodynamic or sustainable agriculture and do not use any chemical treatments, fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides throughout the wine-making process or commercial yeasts in their fermentations. Some have gone a step further and received certification for these practices.  All the producers on this website harvest their fruit by hand and all are as focused on making the best wine possible as on making it in the most environmentally conscious way whenever possible.

Certified Biodynamic (or currently in transition toward certification)

By Demeter
www.demeter-usa.org

Domaine Philippe Garrey / Burgundy
Domaine de la Tournelle / Jura

Certified Organic (or currently in transition toward certification)

By Ecocert
www.ecocert.com
Domaine Aurélien Verdet / Burgundy (Hautes Côtes de Nuits)
Domaine Pavelot / Burgundy
Domaine Mortiès / Coteaux de Languedoc
Clos de L’Oum / Côtes du Roussillon
Jean-Baptiste Senat / Minervois

Certified “Agriculture Raisonée”

By Terra Vitis
www.terravitis.com
Domaine Robert Sérol / Côtes Roannaise

Practicing Organic

Domaine Aurélien Verdet / Burgundy
Domaine Pierre Gonon / Saint Joseph

Practicing “Lutte Raisonée”

Domaine Marc Roy / Burgundy
Domaine Rebourgeon-Mure / Burgundy
Domaine Rimbert / Saint Chinian