Top 20 Sustainable-Organic Vineyards & Wineries

On May 9, 2011, in Baby Boomer Interests, by Bette Boomer

It’s possible to produce great tasting wine that promotes health and the environment. According to the Town Hall Coalition of Northern California, there are five compelling reasons to drink organic wine: 1) better flavor and taste; 2) keep chemicals out of your glass; 3) support organic farmers and their health; 4) protect groundwater quality; and, 5) prevent soil erosion. Many wineries are turning to biodynamic agriculture which goes a step beyond organic – a holistic approach to farming with the idea that the farm is looked upon as a living organism.

The following are among some of the vineyards and wineries which deserve kudos for their efforts in sustainability. Although California dominates the U.S. wine scene, many others across the country are coming on strong. We’d love to hear about your favorites as well, and we hope we’ve given you something to think about with your next glass. Cheers, prost, skål, salud, santé, sláinte, happy trails!