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      1. Stones & Bones
        Best-Selling Portuguese Blockbuster
        CountryPortugal
        Touriga Nacional-based blend
        $15.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $191.88
        $172.68 Unlimited Member Price
      2. Aluado Alicante Bouschet
        Bestselling Portuguese Red
        CountryPortugal
        Alicante Bouschet
        $15.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $191.88
        $172.68 Unlimited Member Price
      3. Pillastro Primitivo Puglia
        Pillastro Primitivo Puglia 2022
        94-Point Italian Bestseller
        CountryItaly
        Primitivo
        $15.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $191.88
      4. Les Pépites
        90-Point French Malbec Blend
        CountryFrance
        Malbec-based blend
        $22.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $275.88
        $248.28 Unlimited Member Price
      5. Törley Estate Cuvée Bálo
        Thrilling Boutique White
        CountryHungary
        Sauvignon-based blend
        $15.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $191.88
        $172.68 Unlimited Member Price
      6. El Tambo Viognier
        Rare, Mountaintop Chilean Viognier
        CountryChile
        Viognier
        $23.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $287.88
        $259.08 Unlimited Member Price
      7. La Cuadrilla de Sobreño
        Tantalizing Spanish Red
        CountrySpain
        Tinta de Toro
        $19.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $239.88
        $215.88 Unlimited Member Price
      8. Castillo de Maluenda
        Smooth Spanish Garnacha Blend
        CountrySpain
        Garnacha-based blend
        $16.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $203.88
        $183.48 Unlimited Member Price
      9. The Gooseberry Bush
        South African Thirst Quencher
        CountrySouth Africa
        Colombard
        $14.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $179.88
        $161.88 Unlimited Member Price
      10. Vina Baccana Pinot Grigio
        Classic Italian Pinot Grigio
        CountryItaly
        Pinot Grigio
        $16.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $203.88
        $183.48 Unlimited Member Price
      11. Armagia Etna Rosso
        Barrel-Aged Sicilian Specialty
        CountryItaly
        Nerello Mascalese-based blend
        $39.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $479.88
        $431.88 Unlimited Member Price
      12. Bees Knees Chenin Blanc Viognier
        It Really is the Bee's Knees
        CountrySouth Africa
        White blend
        $16.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $203.88
        $183.48 Unlimited Member Price
      13. Château du Tertre Belair
        Glory-Vintage 2022 Bordeaux
        CountryFrance
        Merlot-based blend
        $28.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $347.88
        $313.08 Unlimited Member Price
      14. Alessandro Gallici Pinot Grigio
        Classic Italian Pinot Grigio
        CountryItaly
        Pinot Grigio
        $13.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $167.88
        $151.08 Unlimited Member Price
      15. Stones & Bones 3 litre Wine Box
        Portuguese Fave—Now in a Sleek Box
        CountryPortugal
        Touriga Nacional-based blend
        $35.99 per box
        12 boxes - $431.88
        $388.68 Unlimited Member Price
      16. Il Papavero
        Silky Italian Red
        CountryItaly
        Red blend
        $15.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $191.88
        $172.68 Unlimited Member Price
      17. w/o Frappato
        94-Point Organically Grown Sicilian Red
        CountryItaly
        Frappato
        $19.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $239.88
        $215.88 Unlimited Member Price
      18. J Opi Malbec
        The Magician's Signature Malbec
        CountryArgentina
        Malbec
        $16.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $203.88
      19. HJ Fabre Malbec Reserva
        Top Estate Malbec Reserva
        CountryArgentina
        Malbec
        $22.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $275.88
        $248.28 Unlimited Member Price
      20. Antonio Federici Rosso Roma
        Heralded Roman Sensation
        CountryItaly
        Red blend
        $22.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $275.88
        $248.28 Unlimited Member Price
      21. Collezione di Paolo Chianti
        Top Winemaker’s Signature Chianti
        CountryItaly
        Sangiovese
        $18.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $227.88
        $205.08 Unlimited Member Price
      22. La Cantera Reserva
        Old-Vine Spanish Reserva
        CountrySpain
        Tempranillo-based blend
        $17.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $215.88
      23. Barón de Barbón Albariño Rías Baixas
        Succulent Spanish Albariño
        CountrySpain
        Albariño
        $24.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $299.88
        $269.88 Unlimited Member Price
      24. Lobo e Falcão
        Powerful Portuguese Favorite
        CountryPortugal
        Castelão-based blend
        $19.99 per bottle
        12 bottles - $239.88

      Wine FAQs

      What Is Vegan Wine?

      You’d be forgiven for thinking that all wine is vegan, seeing that it is made from grapes. Yet, many traditional winemaking techniques incorporate animal-derived products, mainly in the fining process, which clarifies and helps stabilize the wine.

      Fining agents used in winemaking can include egg whites, milk proteins, gelatin and isinglass (which is made from fish bladders). While these fining agents are typically removed from the wine before it is bottled, traces of them can be left behind, making them unsuitable if you’re following a vegan lifestyle.

      How Is Vegan Wine Made?

      Vegan wines use plant-based or mineral-based fining agents to make sure the wine is completely free of animal products. Some winemakers skip the fining process altogether. These wines are labeled “unfined” and rely upon the natural clarification process (via the force of gravity), which can sometimes leave the wine looking a little hazy. This doesn’t impact the quality of the wine, and some argue it improves quality as all of the components that produce the aroma and flavor of the wine are left undisturbed.

      Non-animal-derived fining agents include:

      • Bentonite: A widely used type of clay that is especially effective for protein stabilization in white wines.
      • Activated charcoal: This is used occasionally to correct color or remove off-odors. Polyvinylpolypyrrolidone (PVPP): A synthetic polymer that reduces browning and astringency in white wine.
      • Silica gel: This is used to fine white wines, often in combination with other agents.
      • Pea protein: A newer vegan alternative.
      • Diatomaceous earth: This can be used in filtration rather than direct fining but serves a similar purpose in clarifying wines.
      • Agar-agar: A gelatinous substance obtained from algae.
      • Kieselsol (liquid silicon dioxide): Often used in conjunction with other fining agents.

      What Are the Types and Styles of Vegan Wine?

      As vegan wine refers to the absence of animal-derived products during the winemaking process, it’s not confined to a specific type or style. Vegan wines include reds, whites, rosé, sparkling and fortified wines. It all depends on the specific winemaking practices of the winery.

      Here are some examples of each:

      • Vegan Red Wine: Any style of red wine can be vegan, provided no animal products were used in its production. This might include light-bodied wines such as Pinot Noir, medium-bodied wines like Merlot or full-bodied wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah.
      • Vegan White Wines: White wines of all styles can be vegan. This might include light, crisp white wines like Sauvignon Blanc, fuller-bodied whites like Chardonnay and Viognier or aromatic whites like Riesling and Gewürztraminer.
      • Vegan Rosé Wines: Vegan rosés avoid using animal-derived fining agents, offering a range of styles from dry to sweet, still to sparkling.
      • Vegan Sparkling Wines: Sparkling wines, including Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava, can also be vegan if made without animal products.
      • Vegan Fortified Wines: Fortified wines like Sherry or Port can be made in a vegan-friendly fashion, too.

      Thirsty for more? Read our guide to red wine vs. white wine.

      How Can I Tell If a Wine Is Vegan?

      Telling whether a wine is vegan can sometimes be challenging, as wine labels often don’t specify whether animal products were used in the winemaking process. Some bottles might carry a vegan certification symbol, such as the Vegan Society’s Sunflower symbol or a “Certified Vegan” logo. Wines labeled as “unfined” or “unfiltered” are often vegan, as they’ve skipped the fining process where animal-derived products are most likely to be used.

      When in doubt, just contact us. Our wine advisors can provide information on vegan wines.

      How Should I Serve Vegan Wine?

      Vegan wines should be served in the same way as other wines. Light to medium-bodied red wines showcase their character best when served slightly cool, around 54°F to 60°F.  Full-bodied red wines express their rich complexity ideally at a slightly warmer temperature, around 60°F to 66°F.

      Crisp white wines are typically served chilled to bring out their crispness, generally around 45°F to 50°F, while fuller-bodied whites and rosés are ideally served a touch warmer, around 50°F to 55°F. This helps release their full spectrum of aromas and flavors.

      As for sparkling wines, with their effervescence and vibrant flavors, they’re best enjoyed at a brisk 38°F to 45°F. This cooler temperature helps maintain their characteristic fizz and freshness. Learn more with our expert wine temperature serving guide.

      How Should I Store Vegan Wine?

      Like any wine, it’s important to store vegan wine correctly to preserve its quality and taste. This includes:

      Maintaining a consistent, cool temperature: The ideal storage temperature for most wines is around 55°F, though this can vary slightly depending on the specific type of wine. The key is to avoid significant temperature swings, as these can negatively impact the quality of the wine.

      Storing bottles horizontally: If the wine has a cork, it’s best to store the bottle on its side to keep the cork moist. This prevents the cork from drying out and allowing air into the bottle, which could speed up oxidation and spoil the wine.

      Avoiding sunlight and vibration: Store your wines in a dark place out of direct sunlight, as UV rays can degrade and prematurely age wine. Also, try to keep your wines in a place with minimal vibration.

      Considering humidity: While not as critical as temperature, a moderately humid environment can help keep corks from drying out in long-term storage.

      Not aging wines unless suitable: Not all wines improve with age, including some vegan wines—unless the wine is specifically made for aging, like certain high-quality reds or fortified wines. Learn more with our guide on how long wine lasts once it is opened.