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Why Natural Wines?

Did you know that most wines use chemicals and synthetic additives?

It may surprise you that all wines are not natural wines. But, unlike food products, wine labels don't list their ingredients which is often... more than just grapes.

Over 90% of wines sold in the US include non-natural additives to stabilize wines, enhance color or flavor, soften tannins, create texture, and more. In fact, there are over 60 legal additives - many of which are not legal in other countries.

Enter, natural wines.

Simply put, our wines are natural and have none of that "stuff."

Through organic and biodynamic farming practices, grapes are harvested and grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. Wines are vinified in small batches using yeasts that naturally occur in the vineyard instead of using inoculated yeasts. (Check out this blog post for more info on natural wines.)

Natural wines reduce chemical usage, promote biodiversity and have a positive environmental impact.

The result? Wines that are better for the planet, and tastier for you!

Sustainably Sourced, Thoughtfully Chosen

We carefully select wines that are organic, biodynamic, and sustainably farmed. Our wines do not use non-natural chemicals and additives, ensuring every bottle reflects care for the land and future generations.

Supporting Independent & Small-Batch Producers

We champion family-owned and boutique wineries, bringing wines that resurrect traditional winemaking practices while exploring new styles of wine. Wines that tell the story of the people and places behind them.

Seasonal, Dynamic, and Always Evolving

Just like food, our wine selection changes with the seasons. We describe wines as we experience them with relatable, down-to-earth examples to make discovering your next favorite bottle an enjoyable journey.

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Fun fact

Our namesake, Guildford, is a pastoral town in England named for its 'gilded ford' – a river crossing that’s beautifully lined with marigolds.
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