16/04/2026
There’s always been a lot of talk about sulphites. But not much about the other heavy processes or additives involved in wine, none of which needs to be labelled (unless you now export to the EU woo!).
I guess it’s no coincidence that sulphites have become such a focal point, sitting between winemaking decisions and what actually makes it onto a label. Just one part of a bigger, mostly invisible process hiding the huge sliding scale of winemaking. Where a minimal winery using only a small amount of added sulphites is labelled in the same way as a mass-industrialised supermarket wine, with dozens of additives, processes and a much heavier hand.
Throw in the complicated intimidation that comes from the wine buying scenario and it makes sense that people reach for the few clear signs available. Right?
Unfortunately though we’ve come to an odd point, where some people ask about no added sulphites and their preference seems to strike a nerve. Sensitivities could come from the sulphites, or one of the other weird additives, but look - we’re not doctors and you should probably not be getting health advice from your winemaker on instagram.
Luckily we’re in the fortunate position of being able to have no added sulphites on our label, and if there was an ingredient list it would say grapes only.
But maybe, just maybe - one day we’ll all be able to see ingredients listed on all wine bottles.
So you don’t have to play detective to find out what you’re drinking.
Stay informed! And thanks for reading 🧡
Mads & Tony
