Have you heard the term “vin nature” (natural wine) often in restaurants and wine shops lately? The label is unique and cute, and it is cloudy, giving it a slightly different atmosphere than traditional wine. For those who are wondering, “What’s the difference between natural wine and regular wine?”, this time we’ll unravel the secrets of natural wine in a question-and-answer format.

Q1. What exactly is natural wine?

**A. It’s a wine that “doesn’t add or subtract anything other than grapes as much as possible.” ** In fact, there is no clear universal definition, but it generally refers to wine made using grapes grown organically and without pesticides, fermented with wild yeast (yeast naturally attached to grape skins, etc.), and with minimal addition of antioxidants (sulfites). It can be said that it is a wine that is close to the old-fashioned method of making, as the vitality of the grapes itself is directly bottled.

Q2. Is the taste different from regular wine?

**A. It is surprisingly unique and has a gentle flavor. ** Because it is often not filtered, it is characterized by a slight cloudiness. The taste is often described as a bouillon-like flavor,'' a sour taste like plum perilla,’’ and ``a black tea-like aroma,’’ and it has a very complex and gentle drinking experience that sinks into your body. One of the charms of living wine is that the taste changes rapidly depending on the vintage (year of harvest) and the timing of opening.

Q3. Is it different from “biowine” or “organic wine”?

**A. They are similar, but strictly speaking they are slightly different. ** Organic wine mainly refers to certified wine whose fields (grape cultivation method) meet organic standards. On the other hand, natural wine emphasizes not only the cultivation method, but also the absence of artificial intervention in the winemaking process.

Q4. What is the recommended choice for beginners?

**A. “Buying a jacket” and “consulting with the store staff” are the correct answers! ** Natural wine makers often design unique etiquette (labels) using free ideas. It’s also fun to choose something that you instinctively think is cute! Also, many wines have unique flavors, so the best way to find them is to honestly tell the wine shop staff your preferences, such as I like something that's not too sour'' or I like something with a fruity flavor.''

A natural wine that lets you feel the energy of the earth and grapes. Next time you open a bottle of wine, be sure to experience its wild, gentle flavor.