Animal skulls as compost aside, the goal of biodynamics with wine is to have a vineyard that naturally deters pests and combats disease through its own strength and diverse ecosystem.

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Somehow I came across the name of Jacques Beaufort, maker of the “André Beaufort” line of biodynamic champagnes. Located in the grand-cru village of Ambonnay. Very highly praised, and priced. In particular, his Demi...

Current posts touching on biodynamic farming (http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/613837?tag=boards;topic-613837) and vegetarianism (http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/615068?tag=boards;topic-615068) got me thinking: should...

unworthwhile or ignorant. In fact, when I was there with a group of young friends one of the staff took the time to walk us through all the biodynamic wines, regaling us with the growing process, difference between biodynamic and...

I’m planning a wine tasting next month, and I’m going to do Organic and Biodynamic wines. There are lots of wines to choose from, so I’m looking for some suggestions. Are there any wines in the $15 - $30 range...

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