Organic viticulture: from niche to mainstream

Dominik Vombach, 14.10.2025

Organic viticulture in Switzerland has developed from a few hectares to almost a fifth of total vineyard area in just three decades. More biodiversity, living soils and top ratings prove that the future of wine is green.

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20 percent organic production? Back in 1990, when less than 50 hectares in Switzerland were farmed organically by a few "brave" people, this was certainly unimaginable. Yet in 2024, the organic vineyard areas of Switzerland covered exactly 2818 hectares, a record that clearly shows organic viticulture is no longer a niche. Especially not among top producers, who often work according to organic guidelines nowadays.

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