Sulphites in wine – are they really bad for us?

The “contains sulphites” warning on wine labels can cause alarm among consumers. But those sensitive to the chemical compound – such as asthma sufferers – might be surprised to learn that wines contain much lower levels of sulphites than processed foods such as jams, dried fruits, cured deli meats, canned soups and French fries.Sulphites are used to prolong shelf life and preserve colour. As a by-productof the fermentation process, they are naturally present in wines but in low levels. More…