biodynamic
adjective
bio·dy·nam·ic
ˌbī-(ˌ)ō-di-ˈna-mik 
-dī-
1
: of or relating to a system of farming that follows a sustainable, holistic approach which uses only organic, usually locally-sourced materials for fertilizing and soil conditioning, views the farm as a closed, diversified ecosystem, and often bases farming activities on lunar cycles
biodynamic practices
… these wines are distinctive and delicious. And … an increasing number of them are made from organic grapes or according to biodynamic principals, only deepening their purity and unique sense of place.—
Wine Spectator
Wine SpectatorThe shop features plants, herb seasonings, and herb teas all grown on the property by means of biodynamic methods.—Anthony Hitchcock and Jean Lindgren
Anthony Hitchcock and Jean Lindgren2
: grown by or utilizing biodynamic farming
biodynamic vegetables
a biodynamic vineyard
biodynamics
noun, plural in form but singular in construction
To proponents of biodynamics, the soil is not just a medium in which living things grow; the soil is itself a living organism.
—Bill St. John
Bill St. John
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From large wineries to small, the focus remains on growing exceptional grapes, many through sustainable, organic, and biodynamic methods, that deliver site-specific terroir with limited winemaking intervention in the glass.
—Michelle Williams, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
Today the domain is under the management of Caroline Frey who started converting the vineyards to organic and biodynamic principles in 2006.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2024
Getty Images What to Do Wine tasting Jura makers are known for unusual techniques like intentional oxidation, biodynamic farming, and even playing singing bowls for happier vines.
—Sue Williamson, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2024
The menu showcases modern American cuisine based upon seasonality, with daily specials and delicious organic and biodynamic wines.
—Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 23 July 2024
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Michelle Williams, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
Today the domain is under the management of Caroline Frey who started converting the vineyards to organic and biodynamic principles in 2006.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2024
Getty Images What to Do Wine tasting Jura makers are known for unusual techniques like intentional oxidation, biodynamic farming, and even playing singing bowls for happier vines.
—Sue Williamson, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2024
The menu showcases modern American cuisine based upon seasonality, with daily specials and delicious organic and biodynamic wines.
—Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 23 July 2024
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“Biodynamic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biodynamic. Accessed 17 Sep. 2024.
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