Dropping into a wine shop and picking up a bottle of wine isn’t what it used to be…bottles labeled: biodynamic, certified organic, organically grown, made with organically grown grapes, sustainable, and natural may confound the most intrepid shoppers — but don’t be confused.

The upshot is – don’t buy wine made from conventionally grown grapes because these grapes are sprayed heavily with toxic chemicals/pesticides. With so many reliable wine resources now at our fingertips, it’s getting easier everyday to become more informed about the issues and alternatives. A growing number of vineyards are employing methods that utilize more eco friendly farming practices; innovative packaging delivers a lighter carbon footprint; and production methods are resulting in healthier, and and often tastier libations.

For useful tips, news and reviews on Organic, Biodynamic & Natural importers & retailers, try:

• OrganicWineJournal.com
• ForkandBottle.com
• RedWhiteandGreen.com.au
• AppellationNYC.com
• Natural Winemaker’s worldwinewine.net
• MadRose.com
• Dr. Vino‘s lively blog
• a free app from OrganicWineFind

above photos courtesy of: OrganicWineJournal.com and RedWhiteandGreen.com.au

Related: previously on altCon - organic wine & distilled spirits