WHY WE ARE GREEN
Our dedication to quality wines is equal to our dedication to the environment. Green Friendly is the practice of sustainable growing and winemaking, without sacrificing the quality of our wines. We are proud of our leadership in the Green Friendly movement.STATEMENT OF SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
• Produce the best quality wine and/or grapes possible.• Provide leadership in protecting the environment and conserving natural resources.
• Maintain the long-term viability of agricultural lands.
• Support the economic and social well-being of farm and winery employees through training and competitive compensation.
• Respect and communicate with neighbors and community members; respond to their concerns in a considerate manner.
• Enhance local communities through job creation, supporting local business and actively working on important community issues.
• Honor the California wine community’s entrepreneurial spirit.
• Support research and education as well as monitor and evaluate existing practices to expedite continual improvements.
• Encourage our customers to support and promote green friendly practices.
OUR COMMITMENT IS MORE THAN WORDS
• Custodian of California’s oldest Zinfandel vineyard since 1994, naturally grown for over 100 years• First to introduce erosion control in Amador vineyards - 1997
• First to introduce certified waste water system in Amador County - 2002
• First to introduce sustainable growing practices in Amador County - 2004