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Monday, 11 July 2016 17:19

ORGANIC ENOTOURISM - meaning & tips to practice it by real

To understand the meaning of "organic wine" you shall start from the wine and its production.

If you want to practice the true organic wine tourism, choose Organic Wineries that are certified as such, for the simple reason that they do not fear to be assessed by an independent body against the European Union rules  (New European Regulation of 2012).

This tourist approach is part of the broader concept of "sustainable tourism", which means an attention to every form of consumption to have a minimal impact on Man and Nature health (thus eg practicing bicycle tourism, enjoy hotels or farmhouses who practice the same philosophy).

As it complies to specific regulations, organic wine is recognizable by consumers thanks to the specific brand, and is achieved through the removal of synthetic chemicals and sulphites in the process. In addition organic farms are committed to consistency in the waste of water resources, to adoption of cultivation techniques that prevent pests in a natural way (see for example what our Loacker Partner with its homeopathic interventions in the vineyard).

In other words, organic wines are the result of an agricultural and manufacturing philosophy that favors the relationship with the land and nature, are therefore particularly suitable for incorporation into eco holiday.

Organic farms are careful, again for consistency, although not subject to discipline, to operate according to environmental sustainability criterias such as use of renewable energy or recycling by-products (eg. Cartoons containers for bottles).

In summary true "organic wine tourism" means:

  • Plan your trip according to the criteria outlined above, so that each activity is consistent with the general principle; to do that you need a certain predisposition and capabilities in selection, but in the end you will enjoy a holiday full of innovative ideas for their own cultural and social growth
  • Select the area to visit on the basis of the potential to meet your quality and economic requirements; usually choosing an Organic company means a high quality and very good value for money
  • Organize the "local" transport as you can, leave your car and rely on local means if suitable. Even a van with a driver for example is more sustainable than moving with your own means, as it allows you to taste the wines without worries about driving and helps reducing circulating (possibly methane-fulelled) vehicles.

Our Local guides will provide you with more tips to help you prepare a perfect organic holiday: please email us (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) and we will put you in direct contact with them.

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