DECRYPTION – In particular accused of giving headaches, sulphites are used to preserve wine, but also many foods. Do these additives deserve their bad reputation?
After a drunken evening, they are often held responsible for many ailments… especially headaches! Sulfites are additives used to preserve foods and some beverages, especially wine. To avoid them, more and more consumers are moving towards wines “ nature » or stamped « without sulphites “. What do we know about the effect of these substances on health? Should we avoid them at all costs? And are there really wines that are totally devoid of it?
« The addition of sulphites during vinification, in particular sulfur dioxide, remains essential in certain cases. This protects the wine from oxidation and blocks the development of microorganisms recalls Pierre-Louis Teissedre, professor of oenology at the Institute of Vine and Wine Sciences at the University of Bordeaux. A process known since the 17th century. Sulfites most often come in the form of a liquid or…
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