"...Frey is a treasure: the wines are very good and not too expensive. At the moment I drink a Zinfandel, very good taste and very good feeling. Frey, go on in this way!" "...
Are all Frey wines sulfite free?
In over 30 years of organic wine making, we have never added sulfites or other synthetic additives to our wines. Sulfur is abundant in all life forms and takes many forms in living organisms.
Where is Frey wine from?
We are a third-generation family-owned and operated winery located at the pristine headwaters of the Russian River in Redwood Valley, Mendocino County, California. At Frey Vineyards we combine the best of modern and traditional winemaking methods to showcase distinctive varietal flavors.
Does Frey wine add sugar?
At Frey Vineyards, we allow the yeast to go through the full maturation process in the cellar and we produce our wines with very little manipulation. ALL of our wines test for less than 1% residual sugar, which means they all contain less than 0.15 carbohydrates per 5 oz. glass.Sep 20, 2019
What is organic chardonnay?
This dry, medium-bodied white wine is made from organic grapes. A slightly sweet nose hints at this Chardonnay's rich, voluptuous flavor, bursting with citrus and orchard fruits. ... Certified organic grapes were nurtured in the warm valleys of California, where Chardonnay is the region's most-planted white variety.
What is the difference between organic and regular wine?
The primary difference in the way that organic wine is defined relates to the use (or non use) of preservatives, specifically sulfur (sulfur dioxide, sulfites, SO2) during the winemaking process. In the US, no additional sulfites may be added to any organic product, including wine.
What is the point of organic wine?
In general, organic wine grapes are much healthier and therefore produce heartier skins and higher concentrations of all of those good for you anthocyanins and antioxidants, including polyphenols and cardio-friendly resveratrol.Dec 31, 2018
Why is organic wine so bad?
USDA organic wine isn't necessarily “bad,” but it does not have a long shelf life, and it's a rare breed in wine shops. “Organic wines without sulfites evolve over time, and the wine is not as stable. It can turn into vinegar,” Delmas says.Feb 17, 2012
Is Frey wine sweet?
Our Dessertage is a classic port wine, wonderfully rich and sweet. Grippy character and polished tannins. Rich and earthy with flavors of plum and chocolate, a graceful tannic structure, and a robust finish.
Is Frey wine sulfite free?
No Sulfites Added, Vegan, & Gluten Free! Our wines are also made without animal byproducts (common in fining agents) and our wines are gluten free (a wheat-based sealant is commonly used in barrels). There is no great secret to making wine without sulfites, it has been done for 8,000 years.