In advance of California Wine’s annual “Down to Earth Month,” which celebrates the industry’s commitment to protecting and enhancing the land, regions and wine industry for future generations, Wine Institute said California is a world leader in sustainable winegrowing:
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80% of California wine (255 million cases) is made in 178 certified sustainable wineries.
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55% of California’s vineyard acreage is certified sustainable.
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2,402 Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing vineyards farm 204,857 acres, or 33% of California winegrape acres.
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Another 22% of California winegrape acres are certified to other sustainability programs — including Fish Friendly Farming, LODI RULES, Napa Green, and Sustainability in Practice (SIP Certified) — with some vineyards certifying to more than one program.
“As the fourth largest wine-producing region, California has the most comprehensive and widely adopted sustainability programs in the world,” said Robert P. Koch, president/CEO of Wine Institute. “April is the perfect time to support our member wineries across California, whether by visiting to taste and learn in-person or virtually.”