10 Best Organic Red Wine Bottles For 2024

by Hunter Robillard

What used to be a niche category of wine only produced for the health-conscious wine drinker has seen a sudden spike in popularity.

Organic wine is produced using sustainable practices and is just as delicious as non organic wine - and it’s great for your body and environment!

In this article, we’ll discover 10 fantastic organic wines to try, look at what makes a wine organic, and how to find a great organic red wine for your next event.

What Is Organic Red Wine?

The grapes used to produce organic wine have to be grown in a vineyard without the use of chemicals such as synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides.

Any additional ingredients used by winemakers during the winemaking process also have to be certified organic.

Top 10 Organic Wines to Try In 2024

Here is our list of the best organic wine bottles to try in 2024.

2015 Cooper Mountain Vineyards Pinot Noir
2018 Kalleske Clarry's Grenache - Shiraz - Mataro
2014 Chateau Couronneau
2017 Bonterra Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
2018 Frey Vineyards Organic Pinot Noir
2018 Badger Mountain N.S.A. Organic Cabernet Sauvignon
2018 Frey Vineyards Organic Merlot
2017 Pacific Redwood Organic Pinot Noir
2019 Stellar Winery Organic Merlot
2015 Domaine Bousquet Malbec

1. 2015 Cooper Mountain Vineyards Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, USA ($35)

This juicy Pinot Noir opens up with vanilla and ripe currant fruit aromas. This red wine has a flavorful palate with robust red fruit notes of strawberries, an earthy undertone, and a harmonious finish.

2. 2018 Kalleske Clarry's Grenache - Shiraz - Mataro, Barossa Valley, Australia ($35)

This gorgeous red blend from South Australia has lovely aromas of vanilla, briar fruit, chocolate, and subtle peppery spice notes. This organic wine has a weighty and fruity palate, structured tannins, and a persistent finish.

3. 2014 Chateau Couronneau, Bordeaux Superieur, France ($23)

This classic Bordeaux red blend is made entirely from biodynamic wine grapes and boasts gorgeous aromas of tobacco, dark plum, and graphite. This French wine has a creamy texture and a sweet palate packed with black summer fruit flavors.

4. 2017 Bonterra Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, California, USA ($18)

This Californian Cabernet Sauvignon has luxurious notes of fig, plum, and a hint of coffee on the nose. It is a full-bodied wine with just a tinge of sweetness on the palate and tasting notes of cherry and plum.

5. 2018 Frey Vineyards Organic Pinot Noir, Redwood Valley, USA ($18)

This organic wine from Redwood Valley is one of the best Pinot Noir wines with no added sulfites. The nose of this full-bodied red wine has fresh fruit notes and spicy, earthy quality. The well-structured palate has tasting notes of cinnamon, toasted baguette, and cherry.

6. 2018 Badger Mountain N.S.A. Organic Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, USA (16)

The aromas of this organic Cabernet Sauvignon remind you of blackberry, blueberry, with a hint of tobacco and vanilla. The palate has rich berries, black currant, cocoa, coffee, and spice flavors. The slight acidity and medium tannins lead you to a persistent finish with dark fruit notes.

7. 2018 Frey Vineyards Organic Merlot, Redwood Valley, USA ($15)

This organic Merlot opens up with charcoal, roasted root vegetables, mixed berry jam, and licorice notes. This dry, medium-to-full-bodied wine has vibrant notes of rose tea, blueberry tart, firm tannins, and an oaky aftertaste on the palate.

8. 2017 Pacific Redwood Organic Pinot Noir, Mendocino, USA ($16)

This medium-bodied Pacific Redwood organic red wine from the Californian North Coast has leafy notes on the nose. This organic wine has food-friendly tasting notes of red fruits, rhubarb, good acidity, and a light tannin level on the palate.

9. 2019 Stellar Winery Organic Merlot, Western Cape, South Africa ($11)

This organic wine has a pronounced violet aroma backed by notes of boysenberry and ripe red fruits on the nose. The palate has a soft tannic structure, slight bitterness, and moderate acidity that lifts the finish.

10. 2015 Domaine Bousquet Malbec, Tupungato, Argentina ($11)

This gorgeous dark violet-colored Malbec opens up with intense aromas of blackberry, with notes of plum and blackcurrant. The palate of this red wine highlights all the typical notes of ripe plums with soft and elegant tannins.

Let’s look at what it takes for a wine to be labeled “organic.”

What Makes A Red Wine “Organic”?

Organic red wine is made from the dark-skinned grape varietals that we adore, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, Syrah, Merlot, Tempranillo, Malbec, and Pinot Noir.

Organic certification can be time-consuming and costly, and some organic winemakers don’t have the seal of approval from their official governing body. Instead, they include some indication on the bottle that the wine is made using organic ingredients.

In the United States, labels with “made with organically grown grapes” instead of “organic” may mean that the grapes are organic, but winemakers have used other non-organic ingredients.
European wines with “Bio” on the bottle follow similar rules to the US and are made with organic grapes.
A winery might maintain sustainable practices in other parts of the world but don’t label their wines as “organic.”

Want to try a bottle of organic red wine?

To find the perfect bottle of organic wine for your enjoyment, here are two things to look out for:

Look for wines with “Made with Organic Grapes” on the label. These wines require to be made from grapes that are farmed organically. Additionally, these wines are limited to added sulfites of 100ppm (regular wine consists of up to 350ppm.)
EU organic wines have more lenient restrictions on what classifies them as organic, so they will be easier to find at your local wine seller.

Following these simple steps will also help you find an organic wine built to last a bit longer.

Important: Organic wines should not be confused with “natural wine,” “vegan wine,” “biodynamic wine,” or wine labels with “sustainably produced.” These other wines might have been made with organically grown grapes but could include other non-organic ingredients (sugar, egg whites, or rennet.)

The Difference Between Regular Wine And Organic Wine

There is no significant difference between regular and organic wine, except how the grapes are grown and the ingredients used to produce wine.

Organic wines do not contain any additives, such as added sugar or sulfites, which is a good thing, except it decreases the cellar time of your favorite wine.

Organic Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, and other organic red and white wine bottles are just as satisfying as conventional wine bottles.

It’s up to the wine drinker’s palate as to which they prefer more.

Is certified organic wine better for you?

The consensus on this hot topic is that it may be better for you in the way that organic food is considered the healthier option. After all, fewer chemicals involved in making your favorite wine means fewer chemicals you put in your body.

One thing that is certain is that organically grown grapes are the way forward for a healthier and more sustainable environment.

How Long Can Organic Wine Age For?

While organic wines are just as delicious as their non-organic counterparts, they, unfortunately, do not age well.

Wines certified organic by the National Organic Program (USDA) are typically labeled as “drink now” wines.

Treat all organic wines to have an expiration date of 3-6 months after purchase. However, with advances in winemaking technology, organic wines have been lasting longer.