Global wine consumption is down. The culprit isn’t wine, but junk wine. Most wines on today’s shelves aren’t what they seem. Just as ultra-processed foods dominate the supermarket, mass-market wines are now industrially made, stripped of authenticity, and packed with hidden additives that sabotage health. With wine consumption decline, everything is to blame but the real culprit: the mass-market wines that turn off first-time drinkers.

In this consumer guide, wine expert Linda Johnson-Bell, Founder of Oxford’s Wine and Climate Change Institute, a judge, speaker, author and consultant for 30 years - uncovers the truth behind Ultra-Processed Wines™, a term she trademarked to shine a light on “junk wines.” She explains how these products differ from traditional wines, why they can undermine wellness goals, and how to choose wines that actually support your health - as well as supporting traditional wine makers and the climate. You’ll discover:

• What makes a wine “ultra-processed” and why most consumers never hear about it.
  

• How industrial wine making mirrors the fast-food model.
  

• The impact of additives, glyphosate, and processing aids on your body.
  

• Which wines to enjoy on carnivore, keto, weight-loss, and hormone-balancing journeys.
  

• A practical checklist for finding real, healthful wines made with care.

This is not a book about drinking more, but better. Whether you’re a wellness-minded wine lover, on a low-carb or keto plan, or simply curious about what’s in your glass, this guide empowers you to make informed, health-conscious choices without giving up the pleasures of wine.