Biodynamic agriculture is based on the work of Austrian scientist Dr. Rudolf Steiner in the early 20th century. He was approached in the 1920s by a group of European farmers who were concerned that the quality and yields of their crops were diminishing as they practiced modern
industrial agriculture.
What makes biodynamic wines so special?
The work of Demeter winegrowers is characterized by attentiveness and responsibility, not only in the production of good quality wines, but also in the preservation of a whole ecosystem and its characteristics.
Preventive plant protection measures, good knowledge of the local conditions and microclimate and a lot of manual work, form the basis for reducing interference with the wine during the vinification process. Demeter vintners do not produce wine, they accompany it. In this way, the spectrum of aromas that stem from location and vintage, can unfold to develop its authentic character. Many wineries from more than 20 countries show the diversity and presence of biodynamic wines worldwide.
Did you know?
Biodynamic field management ensures that the humus layer of the soil grows continuously. This is proven by independent research that has examined the differences between conventional, organic and biodynamic crops for over 20 years. Because large amounts of CO2 are bound in the humus, a build-up of the humus layer helps counteract the greenhouse effect. Find more at this page: International Biodynamic Wine – Carbon Sequestration Research