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Vegan wines: what they are and how they are produced

29 October, 2025

vegan wine is a wine produced without the use of ingredients of animal origin at any stage of winemaking. Unlike traditional wine, which can use substances such as egg white, casein or gelatin in fining, vegan wine uses vegetable alternatives or natural methods.

A wine can only be defined as vegan if:

no adjuvants of animal origin are used
agricultural and winery practices respect the cruelty-free philosophy
there is a Vegan certification by recognized bodies (e.g. V-Label, VeganOK, etc)

How is a vegan wine produced?

Production and winemaking take place with sustainable alternative methods:

Clarification: natural clays (bentonite), charcoal or proteins derived from peas are used
Vineyard fertilization: only with plant compounds or natural techniques
No use of animal ingredients in packaging (e.g. glues or beeswax on labels)

Warning: many organic or biodynamic wines are not vegan.

Why choose vegan wines?

Choosing a vegan wine means embracing a more conscious and respectful approach towards the environment, animals and one's health. It is a choice that reflects precise values and a growing attention to the origin and production methods of what we bring to the table.

Ethical reasons: respect for animals at every stage of production
Environmental sustainability: lower ecological impact than traditional production
Quality and transparency: many vegan companies certify every production step

Vegan wines are not inferior in quality compared to traditional wines. They often come from small farms, like ours, attentive to artisanal quality, terroir and sustainability.

If you are looking for certified, Italian, artisanal and high quality vegan wines, visit our selection:

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