The word may sound a bit strange, but “biodynamic” wines are the next trend in food and drink. What exactly is it? Biodynamic viticulture (grape growing) refers to the agricultural farming methods of handling and processing of grapes for wine making. This farming method was inspired by the teachings of Dr. Rudolph Steiner, a professor and philosopher from Austria, which predates most of the organic movement. Steiner’s approach to viticulture actually has much to do with the cosmos in addition to good farming principles. He believed and taught that growth of leaves,roots, flowers and fruit was influenced by the position of the moon and stars. Essentially, there’s an ecological rhythm of earth and plant life with respect to the moon, sun and stars.
Today, you can think of Biodynamic farming as beyond just organic. Farmers use a general holistic approach and specifically utilize the vineyard’s natural resources to cultivate the highest quality grapes possible without the use of pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, synthetic fertilizers, or growth stimulants. The result is a healthier soil, healthier vines and better tasting wine.
Interested in trying some Biodynamic wines? LYFE Kitchen will be introducing them on their menu. Likewise, visit this master list of Biodynamic wine producers.