{"product_id":"low-sulphite-wine-case","title":"The Low Sulphite Discovery Case","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Low Sulphite Discovery Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore a more thoughtful approach to winemaking with \u003cstrong\u003eThe Low Sulphite Discovery Case\u003c\/strong\u003e, a six-bottle mixed wine case featuring one sparkling wine, two white wines and three red wines from independent European producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bottle has been selected to demonstrate a different interpretation of \u003cstrong\u003elow sulphite wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. The case ranges from a traditional-method sparkling wine made with no added sulphur to carefully protected wines that use only small, controlled additions of sulphur dioxide for stability at bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow sulphite does not describe one particular flavour or winemaking style. These wines include fresh sparkling wine, aromatic Italian Pinot Grigio, mineral Godello, fragrant Sicilian red, unoaked Touriga Nacional and mature Cabernet Sauvignon. Together, they show that lower-sulphite winemaking can produce wines that are clean, expressive, stable and full of regional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mixed case was created alongside our guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/blogs\/wine-news\/low-sulphite-wines\" title=\"Low sulphite wines explained: what they are and why people choose them\"\u003eLow sulphite wines explained: what they are and why people choose them\u003c\/a\u003e. Read the article to learn what sulphites are, why winemakers use them and the important difference between low sulphite and no added sulphites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included in The Low Sulphite Discovery Case?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/products\/domaine-klur-cremant-d-alsace-sans-souffre\" title=\"Domaine Klur Cuvée Meow Crémant d’Alsace Sans Soufre\"\u003eDomaine Klur Cuvée Meow Crémant d’Alsace Sans Soufre\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlsace, France | Sparkling wine | No added sulphites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium traditional-method Crémant d’Alsace made from Pinot Blanc and Pinot Auxerrois. It combines fine bubbles with fresh apple, citrus and subtle brioche notes, followed by a long, dry and softly textured finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phrase \u003cem\u003esans soufre\u003c\/em\u003e means “without sulphur”. No sulphites are deliberately added during vinification, ageing or disgorgement. The total sulphite level is expected to remain below \u003cstrong\u003e10 mg\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e, with any detectable sulphites occurring naturally as a result of fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/products\/casa-de-outeiro-godello-origen-2024\" title=\"Casa de Outeiro Godello 2024\"\u003eCasa de Outeiro Godello\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRibeira Sacra, Spain | White wine | Approximately 15–25 mg\/L total sulphites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant and mineral Galician white with aromas of citrus, pink grapefruit and white peach. The palate combines refreshing acidity with ripe apple, mango and a long, gently earthy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not strictly a no-added-sulphites wine, as a very small protective dose may be used at bottling. Its total sulphur dioxide level is nevertheless exceptionally low, at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15–25 mg\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the relevant technical analysis. Careful low-temperature handling and controlled oxygen exposure help reduce the need for heavier additions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/products\/olivier-cazenave-bel-a-ciao-vin-orange\" title=\"Olivier Cazenave Bel A Ciao Vin Orange 2023\"\u003eOlivier Cazenave Bel A Ciao Vin Orange\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux, France | Orange wine | No added sulphites during harvesting and vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn expressive orange wine made from Sémillon with a small proportion of Sauvignon Blanc. Two weeks of skin contact give the wine its amber colour, gentle texture and distinctive character, with notes of tangerine, tropical fruit, wild flowers, spice and fresh lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo sulphites are added during harvesting or vinification and, when vintage conditions allow, the wine is bottled without any addition. Its total SO₂ is therefore limited to naturally occurring trace amounts, typically remaining below approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 mg\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/products\/fabrizio-vella-rosso-organico-2018\" title=\"Fabrizio Vella Rosso Organico 2024\"\u003eFabrizio Vella Rosso Organico\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSicily, Italy | Organic natural red wine | No added sulphites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fresh and characterful Sicilian Nero d’Avola made with natural fermentation. It offers dark fruit, liquorice, spice and chocolate notes, balanced by lively acidity and a persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is made without added sulphites. Its total SO₂ consists only of the small quantity naturally generated during fermentation, generally sitting below \u003cstrong\u003e10 mg\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e and reaching approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20 mg\/L at most\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the individual bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/products\/giuseppe-sedilesu-sartiu-cannonau-di-sardegna\" title=\"Giuseppe Sedilesu Sartiu Cannonau di Sardegna 2022\"\u003eGiuseppe Sedilesu Sartiu Cannonau di Sardegna\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSardinia, Italy | Organic red wine | Approximately 40–50 mg\/L total sulphites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn organic Cannonau from the high-altitude vineyards around Mamoiada in Sardinia. It combines ripe fruit and spice with a dense yet fresh palate, delicate tannins and impressive depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total sulphur dioxide level typically falls between approximately \u003cstrong\u003e40 and 50 mg\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the vintage. This remains well below the maximum permitted for a comparable organic dry red wine and reflects the Sedilesu family’s careful, low-intervention approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/products\/copy-of-saenz-de-santamaria-rondan-rioja-reserva-2015\" title=\"Sáenz de Santamaría Señorío de Rondan Rioja Gran Reserva 2008\"\u003eSáenz de Santamaría Señorío de Rondan Rioja Gran Reserva\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRioja, Spain | Mature red wine | 38 mg\/L total sulphites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditionally styled Gran Reserva made from Tempranillo, Garnacha and Mazuelo. Extended ageing in French oak and bottle has created a complex and elegant red with ripe blackberry, blueberry, vanilla, leather, sweet tobacco and beautifully integrated structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its maturity and long ageing, the wine contains only \u003cstrong\u003e38 mg\/L of total SO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is an unusually low level for a mature Rioja and demonstrates that low-sulphite wines are not limited to youthful, light-bodied or unconventional natural styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLow Sulphite Wine Without a Single House Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis case has been assembled to show that low-sulphite wines do not all taste alike. Some winemakers avoid adding sulphur completely, while others use a minimal dose at bottling to protect freshness and stability. The right approach depends on the grape variety, vintage, wine style and the practical needs of each individual producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross these six bottles, you can compare:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea sparkling wine with no added sulphites;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etwo fresh and expressive low-sulphite white wines;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea fragrant Sicilian natural red;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ean unoaked and contemporary Portuguese Touriga Nacional;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea mature Cabernet Sauvignon with only 20 mg\/L of total sulphites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Low Sulphite Discovery Case?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix carefully selected low-sulphite wines;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eone sparkling wine, two white wines and three red wines;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea mixture of no-added-sulphites and minimal-sulphur winemaking;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eorganic, biodynamic and naturally made wines from independent producers;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea broad range of grapes, regions and winemaking styles;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ean ideal introduction to low-intervention and low-sulphite wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e sulphite levels can vary between vintages and individual bottlings. The figures quoted in this description are based on the latest technical information available to Hay Wines and were last reviewed in \u003cstrong\u003eJuly 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HAY WINES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57306871497079,"sku":"10680","price":127.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/files\/lowsulphcase.png?v=1785332527","url":"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/products\/low-sulphite-wine-case","provider":"HAY WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}