Vegan Wine
Raise a glass to sustainability with our curated vegan wine collection.
The vegan twist? It's all in the winemaking process. Although wine is produced from grapes, leading you to assume all wine is vegan, vegan wine is all about the production process, not the ingredients themselves.
For those who follow a plant-based diet, want to adopt more sustainable practices, or are curious about the taste, explore our best vegan wine brands below.
What is a plant-based sip? Vegan wine is all about the production process, not the ingredients themselves. Just like classic wines, vegan red wines and whites start with grapes. However, vegan winemakers take a different approach during clarification, opting for plant-based methods instead of animal-derived products commonly used in winemaking.
Traditionally, winemakers use agents to clarify and stabilise their wines, so once bottled up they aren't cloudy. These agents are animal-derived products like egg whites, casein (milk protein), or fish bladders, which act to remove unwanted particles that can change its taste. While these are filtered out before bottling, trace amounts may linger, which prevents the wine from being considered vegan.
This is where vegan wine comes in. Vegan winemakers use clever alternatives like pea protein or bentonite clay to achieve the same results. Making a delicious and clear wine that aligns with vegan principles.
This process results in producing the best vegan wines. Their popularity is soaring as people move towards a more ethical and sustainable lifestyle, opting for vegan and organic wines prioritising a healthier planet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose vegan wine?
Open tabThere are a few reasons why you might choose vegan wine brands:
Ethical Alignment: If you follow a vegan lifestyle, vegan wine ensures your entire consumption aligns with your values.
Sustainable Practices: Some vegan clarifying agents can be more environmentally friendly than traditional methods. Promoting practices that support the health of our planet.
Dietary Restrictions: People with allergies to eggs or milk can enjoy vegan wine without worry of any traces remaining of animal derived products .
Delicious Variety: Vegan wines come in all sorts of styles, from refreshing whites to bold vegan red wine so you can find a perfect match for your taste.
Does vegan wine taste different?
Open tabNo, not necessarily. Vegan wines go through the same crafting process as regular wines, focusing on quality grapes and expert winemaking techniques. The switch to plant-based fining agents shouldn't affect the taste. Ultimately, the flavour profile depends on the grape varietal, terroir, and winemaking style.
How can I tell if a wine is vegan?
Open tabLook for Labels: Many wineries clearly label their vegan options on the bottle itself. Look for terms like "vegan," "vegan-friendly," or "plant-based."
Winemakers are showing dedicated vegan products on online websites. You can search for vegan wines based on your location or preferences, but as veganism becomes more mainstream, more are stocking vegan wine options.
Are vegan wines healthier than regular wines?
Open tabThere isn't a clear-cut answer to this. Both vegan, organic and regular wines can be enjoyed as part of a healthy lifestyle when consumed in moderation. Both types of wine can involve similar techniques like filtration and the use of sulfites (preservatives), but these leave only small amounts which shouldn’t show any signs of side effects.
If you have specific dietary concerns or allergies (e.g. eggs, milk), then vegan wine eliminates those potential allergens.
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