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BIODYNAMIC FARMING: WHAT IS IT?

4/7/2016

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PictureAbbondanza, a biodynamic farm and vineyard in Amador County, CA.
I'm a sommelier who is currently living and working on a biodynamic farm and vineyard called Abbondanza.  It is the creation of Daniel D'Agostini, and his farm is Demeter Certified Biodynamic.  He is a third generation grape grower in the Amador County, CA.  

Biodynamic wine can be more nuanced, surprising, flavorful, terrior-driven, and exciting than commercially made wines, in my humble opinion.   Biodynamics does not permit chemical use in the vineyard or in the winery.  I think this is the key to soulful winemaking.  Because I am already a big fan of drinking  biodynamic wine, I am having an incredibly educational experience working in the vineyard.

The word biodynamic is a little mystifying and it's practices are misunderstood.   Is it the same thing as organic?  Is it regulated in any way?  What does it do to the farm?

I'm a novice, but I'll break down the basics.


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    My name is Floreana and I'm a sommelier.  I think that natural wine is the shit.  I also think that sustainable farming might just save the world.

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