Who we are:
America’s #1 Organic Winery
The inspiration for farming this way was simple: organic grapes produce the purest expressions of the varietals and land on which they are farmed. #1 Organic Winery is not a certification, but a data-driven fact that has remained true for over 5 years.
Bonterra Organic Estates’ History
1987
Inspired by an organic produce garden, the Fetzer family plants their first organic vineyard in Mendocino County, California.
1990
The first vintage of organic wine is released.
1996
McNab Ranch becomes Bonterra’s first certified Biodynamic® vineyard.
2016
Bonterra is named “American Winery of the Year” by Wine Enthusiast magazine.
2017
Bonterra celebrates its 30th anniversary of organic farming.
2020
Bonterra becomes the first winery in the world to achieve Climate Neutral certification.
2021
As of 2021, Bonterra is the largest Regenerative Organic Certified™ winery in the world.
“Organic winemakers often declare their commitment to better practices — what they don’t always commit to is letting you know they’re organic anywhere on the label. It’s a great sign of the times that Fetzer is renaming the entire company after it’s organic wine and will now be known as Bonterra Organic Estates.”
– Former CEO, Giancarlo Bianchetti
Cultivating a Better Future
Our values are rooted in creating positive impact across three vital dimensions. We believe that by focusing on the planet, society, and our industry, we can cultivate a future that’s not just sustainable, but truly regenerative.
For Our Planet
The earth is our most precious resource, but we know it’s not ours alone. We find harmony with nature by acting as stewards in our approach to regenerative organic farming.
For Society
Building a better future is bigger than us all. We celebrate others who join in our cause in any way they can—even if that simply means enjoying our wine with peace of mind.
For The Industry
We see the wine industry as our partners in revolutionizing our relationship with the earth from a linear business to a circular one.
Leading with Purpose
At Bonterra, we seek to cultivate the future through regenerative organic practices, leaving the earth better than we found it.
Certified B Corporation
Redefining success in business by being a force for good.
We’re part of a movement of more than 6,000 global companies that meet high standards of social and environmental transparency, accountability, and performance.
California Certified Organic Farmers
We verify our organic claims through CCOF’s third-party certification.
We started farming organically in 1987. And we feel the same today as we did back then: farming is a two-way relationship with the land.
Regenerative Organic Certified®
Today, Bonterra is the largest winery to achieve this rigorous certification.
Regenerative organic agriculture is a collection of practices that focus on regenerating soil health and the full farm ecosystem.
TRUE Zero Waste
Zero waste initiatives help us reduce our ecological footprint.
We divert over 98% of all waste from landfill or incineration. We’re committed to using recycled materials and materials with longer product life cycles to reduce our carbon footprint.
Join Our Journey
Become part of our spirited team committed to making an impact and making a difference.
Discover Bonterra Organic Estates: An Organic Legacy Rooted in Excellence
Bonterra was founded by Barney Fetzer in Mendocino County, CA, in 1987 inspired by an idea to replicate an organic produce garden to grow grapes at scale. Today, Bonterra Organic Estates is America’s #1 Organic Winery, and we remain driven by excellence, innovation, and a longstanding commitment to the environment and responsible business practices. We verify our commitments through certifications, and we are proud to be the United States’ largest Regenerative Organic Certified® winery. Our focus on crafting wines made from organic grapes, has made us a leading U.S. marketer of wines. As a B Corp recognized as “Outstanding” by the nonprofit B Lab, Bonterra Organic Estates is grounded in the transformational goals of regenerative business. The flavors in each of our organically farmed wines reflect the abundant nutrients in the soil created through organic and regenerative organic farming. Our skilled winemakers distill the very best flavors of each harvest to create delicious and award-winning wine, vintage after vintage. By supporting sustainable winemaking brands like Bonterra that prioritize regenerative organic farming practices, you, as a consumer, can become part of a larger movement toward a healthier planet and a regenerative future. Whether enjoying a glass at home or sharing a bottle with friends, each sip of Bonterra’s organically grown wine is a statement of commitment to leaving the earth better than we found it. Cheers to that!