We hear the word “sustainable” so much in wine, that many have come to question what, if anything, it means. Particularly, when we hear about so-called sustainable wine regions or sustainable wineries, it’s natural to wonder what we as consumers are really getting. I’ve (and I think a lot of
“Sustainability is the new paradigm of the 21st century. Producers who do not make sustainability a core part of their business model will become progressively outdated, side-lined by consumers and, possibly, through new international policies.”
João Barroso, Sustainability Coordinator, Wines of Alentejo
With Earth Day upon us, I thought it
I don’t know about you, but Iike a lot of consumers, sustainability has been increasing in importance to me. And given that this is a wine blog that, of course, includes wine. However, when I say “sustainable”, I’m not talking about those B.S. “clean” or “healthy” wines that people peddle
Organic. Biodynamic. Sustainable. Vegan. No Sulfites. We’ve all heard these terms more times than we can count, but what do they mean when
If I’m picking favorites (and I usually try not to), when it comes to Cabernet Sauvignon versus Cabernet Franc, I’m ‘Team Cabernet Franc.’ All day.
Along with Anguilla, Alentejo is one of those places I visited recently that really spoke to my heart. Located in southern
From an idea that begin sprouting during a kids play group to becoming one of the few female, black-owned wineries around, Read More »
