What makes a wine vegan? Everything about vegan wine

The term "vegan wine" refers to wines made without animal products. Here's what makes a wine vegan and how to tell if a wine is vegan or not.

What does vegan wine mean?

Vegan wine is produced without any animal-derived ingredients in the production process. This particularly applies to clarifying agents, which can typically contain animal products such as egg whites, gelatin, or fish bladders.

Is every wine automatically vegan?

No, many wines are treated with clarifying agents that may contain animal products. Therefore, not every wine is automatically vegan. However, in our selection, you'll find many wines that have not undergone clarification and are therefore vegan.

How do you recognize vegan wine?

The label on the bottle often indicates whether a wine is vegan. Some wineries explicitly label their vegan wines as "vegan." Alternatively, you can also look for certifications from vegan associations. However, sometimes wines are not labeled and can still be vegan.

Wine not vegan: Clarifying agents and their use

Traditional clarifying agents such as gelatin, egg whites, or fish bladders are used to remove cloudiness from wine. However, these animal products may prevent the wine from being classified as vegan.

Vegan wine - an ethical choice

Vegan wine is becoming increasingly popular, not only among vegans but also among wine lovers who value ethically produced products. The demand for vegan wine is contributing to traditional wineries increasingly exploring vegan alternatives.