Low Sulfites
Every wine contains some level of sulfites. They are a natural byproduct of fermentation, and there is no such thing as a truly sulfite-free wine with alcohol in it. What varies, sometimes dramatically, is how much gets added after fermentation.
Conventional winemakers routinely add sulfur dioxide (SO2) as a preservative, often far beyond what fermentation produces on its own. Our no-added-sulfite wines take a different path. These producers rely on careful farming, clean fruit, and skilled winemaking to keep their wines stable without adding sulfites after fermentation. What remains is only the small amount that occurs naturally during fermentation.
If you have noticed that certain wines leave you with headaches, poor sleep, or just a general heaviness the next morning, excess sulfites may be part of the picture. The science is still being debated (histamines, tannins, and alcohol itself are also suspects), but many of our customers tell us they feel noticeably better drinking wines made this way.
These wines come from producers we trust, winemakers who treat "no added sulfites" not as a marketing label but as a commitment to minimal intervention. From the Gorgo estate on Lake Garda to Fattoria Lavacchio's PetNat in the hills above Florence, each bottle reflects what wine can taste like when you leave out the industrial shortcuts. Read more about sulfites, headaches, and what to look for on the label.
Common questions about sulfite-free wine
Is organic wine sulfite free?
Not automatically. In the US, wine labeled "organic wine" (not just "made with organic grapes") cannot have sulfites added. But all wine contains some sulfites naturally from fermentation, typically 10-40 ppm. Our wines are made with no sulfites added during production.
Does Pinot Grigio have sulfites?
All Pinot Grigio contains some sulfites from fermentation. Most commercial Pinot Grigio also has sulfites added as a preservative (50-150 ppm total). Our Gorgo Pinot Grigio delle Venezie ($17.90) is made with no added sulfites, keeping levels at what nature produces.
Are there wines without sulfites?
Truly sulfite-free wine does not exist because fermentation itself produces sulfites. But wines with no added sulfites do exist, and that is what this collection is. These wines rely on clean fruit, careful cellar work, and skilled winemaking instead of adding SO2 as a preservative.
Where can I buy sulfite-free wine online?
You are looking at it. Every wine on this page is certified organic and made with no sulfites added during production. We ship direct to most US states. Not sure where to start? The Gorgo Pinot Grigio ($17.90) is our most popular, and the Bardolino Superiore ($32.90) is the one to try if you want more structure.