20th November, 2018 by Patrick Schmitt
Amorim Sustainability Award for a Generic Organisation
209 million cases of wine are produced in a certified winery
Winner:
California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance
This generic organisation impressed judges with its dedication to sustainable winegrowing in California, and proven results in encouraging producers to convert their vineyards to accredited sustainable practices. In just 15 years, the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) has made a significant impact on its region, promoting more environmentally friendly practices within the wine trade, while supporting efforts to protect its environment. Judges applauded the organisation for its top down approach, considering all aspects of sustainability, with its entry backed up with lots of figures outlining its clear successes in 2017. Among the organisation’s milestones of 2017 and 2018 was its continued….
Featured in the latest newsletter from db