Vegan Wines UK – Why you need to buy them from a specialist vegan wine site.

Vegan Wines UK – Why you need to buy them from a specialist vegan wine site.

Veganism is more than just a diet; it’s a lifestyle that aims to minimize harm to animals, the environment, and people. Vegans avoid using or consuming any products derived from animals or animal exploitation. While most people associate veganism with food, veganism extends to other areas such as clothing, cosmetics, and wine.

Yes, wine! Believe it or not, not all wines are vegan-friendly. Most people assume that wine is vegan because it is made from grapes, but the winemaking process can involve animal-derived products like gelatine, egg whites, and fish bladder.

Vegan wines, on the other hand, are made without any animal-derived products or by-products, making them suitable for vegans and anyone who cares about animal welfare. In this blog post, we will explore vegan wines, what they are, and why they are essential for a vegan lifestyle. We have given more information on our previous blog posts which can be seen by clicking here.

1. What are vegan wines?

Vegan wines are wines made without any animal-derived products or by-products. This means that no animal product was used during the winemaking process. Vegan wine use alternative methods to clarify and stabilize the wine, such as bentonite clay, activated charcoal, or pea protein.

It’s worth noting that not all vegan wines are labelled as such, so it’s essential to read the ingredients list or do some research to ensure that the wine you’re buying is vegan-friendly. For more information on vegan wine you can go to the Wikipedia site.

2. Why are vegan wines essential for a vegan lifestyle?

Apart from the fact that wine is in our view one of life’s essentials, drinking wine is known to be beneficial to health if drunk in moderation. That is not on its own a reason to drink vegan wine. However, choosing vegan wine brings benefits to other areas of society.

Here are some reasons why vegan wines are the right choice for a vegan lifestyle:

• Animal welfare

Veganism is all about animal welfare, and animal products are a big no-no. Unfortunately, many winemakers use animal-derived products during the winemaking process. By drinking vegan wine, you’re sending a message to winemakers that you care about animal welfare and want to support cruelty-free products.

• Environmental impact

The wine industry can have a significant impact on the environment. Chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers used in vineyards can pollute the soil and water. Additionally, animal agriculture is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, and using animal products during the winemaking process can contribute to this problem. By choosing vegan wines, you’re supporting sustainable, environmentally friendly winemaking practices.

• Health

Many people choose to adopt a vegan lifestyle for health reasons. Animal products are often high in cholesterol and saturated fats, which can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure, and other health issues. While wine itself is not a health food, drinking vegan wine can help you avoid consuming animal products that can harm your health.

• Ethics

Veganism is about more than just avoiding animal products; it’s also about ethical consumption. By choosing vegan wine, you’re supporting winemakers who care about animal welfare, the environment, and ethical practices. You’re sending a message that you want to support companies that align with your values.

3. Where can you buy vegan wines?

If you’re interested in trying vegan wines, there are many places to buy them. While some supermarkets and wine stores carry vegan wines, it can be challenging to find them as they are not always labelled as vegan. Your best bet is to look for online retailers that specialize in vegan wines, like www.veganwineonline.co.uk. Not all wine shops understand which wines are vegan or otherwise, and there are often mistakes made regarding whether wines are vegan or vegetarian. The difference is sometimes not understood.

All the wines listed on our site are fully certified as using vegan friendly processes to produce the wine. We take care to ensure that all the necessary checks have been made, and only list vegan wines on this site. Vegetarian wines are not vegan. Do not make that mistake. Vegetarian wines may include some products such as dairy which means that they are not vegan. This should be clearly shown on the label.

We sell vegan wine across the spectrum of colours and grape varietals. Prices start at £6.99 and go up to £100+. Vegan wines uk are not just bargain-basement wines, and many higher quality wines are also made in a vegan friendly manner.

Below are some examples of the wines we currently stock and sell on our website. By clicking on the highlighted wines, you can learn more about the wines and purchase them directly from the site. The site currently has over 290 wines listed. All our 100% vegan.

Cuvee Jean Paul Rouge £6.99 – Very drinkable French red wine. Great as a “house” wine and for most occasions. 

Primordial Soup White Blend £6.99 – A South African blend, drink in the sun by the braae or in front of the fire.

Araldica Piemonte Cortese £7.20 – Italian white from Piemonte, great citrus flavour. Same grape as in the famous Gavi wine.

Beppe Morchetta Rosso £7.29 – Italian Blend, easy drinking red.

Funkstille Gruner Veltliner £9.69 –  Great interesting and very classic Austrian wine, different and well worth a try.

Torres Santa Digna Merlot £9.93 – Merlot from Chile. Little more to say, easy drinking mid-range wine. There are several different grape varietals at this price.

Estelado Sparkling Rose by Torres Chile £12.99 – Sparkling Rose from Chile at a ridiculously low price.

Araldica Barolo Flori £17.99 – Barolo, The King of Italian wines. The ultimate food wine made from Nebbiolo grapes which mature over time.

Devils Corner Sauvignon Blanc £18.49 – A true Tasmanian devil. Great Sauvignon Blanc from down under.

Bremerton NAP Shiraz £18.99 – The ultimate in non-interventionist red wine. Shiraz from Australia, No Added Preservatives. A great wine at a fantastic price.

Maypole Sparkling £21.49 – Made by Henners in England. English sparkling wine.

Te Mata Pinot Noir £21.61 – Great Pinot Noir from New Zealand

Champagne Lallier Rose £45.00 – What is life without Champagne?. Great Rose Champagne from a family winery.

Lethbridge Indira Shiraz £52.00 – Lethbridge from Geelong in Victoria. To die for, made by a former brain surgeon.

Wine is not truly essential to life, but in our view, it helps us to live better, and enjoy more. Some people may disagree. Drinking vegan wines also helps us to maintain our health and that of the planet. One day all wines will be vegan. Until then we will continue to provide an environment where you can be assured that all your choices are vegan, and you can only buy vegan wines.

We also sell a wide range of vegan spirits. Not ghostly ones but drinkable ones. These can be seen by clicking here.

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