Organic September highlights the link between what we drink and where it comes from. In wine, organic farming means using fewer chemicals and encouraging biodiversity, recognizing the vineyard as part of a wider ecosystem. A wine columnist in You Magazine highlights four great-value bottles—each around £10 to £15—that deliver on taste while supporting the planet.
Charlotte Kristensen, writing for You Magazine, spotlights four value bottles—Barcelona Hola Rosé 2024 (11%), £10, Tesco; Liberi Tutti Organic Negroamaro 2023 (13.5%), £10.50, M&S; Cave de Turckheim Organic Crémant d’Alsace NV (12%), £15, Waitrose; Codorníu Tempranillo Organic Wine (14%), £11.75, ocado.com—each around £10 to £15 and chosen for taste as well as sustainability. Hola Rosé is a vibrant, dry Catalan rosé with strawberry and sherbet notes, made for tomato-based dishes or tapas. The Negroamaro is a juicy, dark-berried wine with a savoury nuance and serves as a friendly introduction to natural wine, pairing well with meats, rich pastas or veggie lasagne. The Crémant d’Alsace is a 60/40 Pinot Blanc-Pinot Gris sparkling, stylish, floral and saline-edged, a refreshing apéritif with simple snacks and conversation. The Codorníu Tempranillo is velvety, with wild berries and spice, a versatile pairing for autumnal dishes such as roast lamb or charred vegetables.
Retailers referenced span major supermarkets and online grocers, underscoring how organic wine has moved from niche to common shelf space. The selections illustrate that consumers can pursue organic credentials without sacrificing value or flavor, aligning with broader sustainability conversations around wine production. As Organic September continues, industry watchers say the trend toward biodiversity-friendly farming and reduced chemical use is becoming a more standard expectation among mainstream producers and retailers alike.