We’re absolutely delighted to share that we’re teaming up with Good Farm Fund of Mendocino County for an unforgettable evening at the 2024 Organic Harvest Dinner on Saturday, September 14. As Bonterra’s only event open to the public at McNab Ranch this year—it’s an experience that promises to be both enchanting and extraordinary. Here’s a taste…
Continue reading 2024 Organic Harvest DinnerOver the course of eight episodes with eight incredible wine writers, we learned a thing or two (or twenty). Here are our top eight takeaways from this season of Bonterra’s Soil to Soul podcast. We discussed wine scores in a lot of our conversations this season, and we delved into the history of the 100-point…
Continue reading Eight Things We Learned from Season 2 of the Soil to Soul PodcastHOPLAND, CALIFORNIA June 25, 2024 — Bonterra Organic Estates, the largest Regenerative Organic Certified® winery in the United States, announced today that veteran winemaker Jeff Cichocki will retire at the end of June, after 17 years with the company. “We could not be more grateful to Jeff for his many years of hard work, strong…
Continue reading Veteran Bonterra Organic Estates Winemaker Announces RetirementBolstered by 16 percent growth in the first quarter of 2024 across a diverse portfolio of organically farmed wines [1], Bonterra Organic Estates today announced powerhouse winemaker Margaret Leonardi-Pruett will helm the brand’s beloved Bonterra Collection as Senior Winemaker, beginning with the 2024 vintage. Following the retirement of celebrated Bonterra winemaker Jeff Cichocki, Leonardi-Pruett joins…
Continue reading Bonterra Organic Estates Introduces New Winemaking Team Alongside Reimagined LabelWe have some exciting news: Season Two of Bonterra’s Soil to Soul podcast has officially launched! Both seasons are hosted by Jess Baum, Bonterra’s Senior Director of Regenerative Impact. Jess is an idealist with a gift for channeling passion into measurable, transformative action, and at Bonterra she leads a broad scope of sustainability initiatives. In…
Continue reading Announcing Season Two of Bonterra’s Soil to Soul PodcastExploring Our Commitment to Regenerative Organic Agriculture with Elizabeth Whitlow In the realm of sustainable and organic agriculture, the buzzword “regenerative” has been gaining traction, and for good reason. Regenerative organic agriculture focuses on organic practices and goes a step further, aiming to rejuvenate and restore the health of the soil, ecosystems, and communities involved.…
Continue reading Soil to Soul Season 1 Recap: Exploring Regenerative OrganicWritten by Skylar @ Happy Earth Habits As someone who cares about the planet and strives to make eco-friendly swaps in their daily life, it is important to look at all aspects of your life and see what you can swap in and out. One of the areas in your everyday life that can have…
Continue reading Upcycling Wine Bottles & CorksAt Bonterra Organic Estates, our approach to regenerative organic farming encompasses three key pillars: improving soil health, upholding animal welfare, and empowering workers. Through a coordinated mix of regenerative practices—planting cover crops, integrating animals into the farm, planting beneficial, insect-friendly plants to curb pests, promoting biodiversity, conserving nearly 50 percent of our land in its…
Continue reading Regenerative Organics in Action: Grazing SheepThis month we launched our new Bonterra Organic Estates podcast: “Soil to Soul: Farming, Food, Wine, and Our Collective Future.” In “Soil to Soul,” Jess Baum, our Senior Director of Regenerative Impact, actively engages in interviews with inspiring change-makers who harbor a deep passion for creating a positive impact on our planet. With each episode,…
Continue reading Cultivating Conversation – Soil to Soul Podcast LaunchOur summer gardens are steadily growing and our grills are readied for the next sunny day. While we love the succulent flavors of grilled fare, summer also ushers in an abundance of fresh, organic ingredients; colorful additions to our al fresco meals and seasonal flavors to complement our crisp white wines and our light-bodied reds.…
Continue reading BBQ Pork Tenderloin with Peach SalsaWe often talk about our pioneering efforts around environmental stewardship, and many don’t know that our Administration Building is a great example of those commitments. During the building’s construction in the 1990s, the use of recycled and environmentally friendly materials were prioritized. The building also has a unique ventilation system that cools the building in…
Continue reading Time Capsule: Our Commitments to Environmental Stewardship in ActionApril signals the arrival of spring and welcomes the beginning of Earth Month, a time when many people may be searching for simple but impactful ways to live more sustainably. But, living more consciously doesn’t mean steering away from life’s little luxuries, like enjoying a glass of great wine. In fact, the wine industry is…
Continue reading 4 tips to choose an ecofriendly wine for Earth Month
