Sustainability

We strive to keep our vineyard and wine operations low impact and sustainable to the environment.  

Here are some of our efforts.

Vineyard Sustainability Practices








Sustainability in Winery Operations









Today, the 4th generation of the Molinas family sustainably harvests cork from these protected trees. Different than most cork available in the market, the bark is allowed to mature an additional year. This leads to a less porous, higher quality cork, and has less impact on the forest. Throughout the entire process from tree to finished cork, quality control is strictly monitored and the trees are respected and protected for future harvests. 

Our top premium Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve wine can age from 5-20 years.

Watch: Harvesting Cork in Sardinia:  https://youtu.be/QSM-6rnvnkQ


Did you know?

Estimated CO2 from Manufacture and Application: 

Natural Cork: -5.9 kg CO2 (net reduction)

Screwcap: 44.6 kg CO2

Synthetic: 17.8 kg CO2


Resources:
Recycle your natural corks: https://recork.com/us/locations

The Natural Cork Council: https://naturalcorkcouncil.org/sustainability

Carbon Footprint Calculator for Wine Closures: https://www.realcorkusa.com/CO2/CO2calc.htm

Our Partnership with Sustainable Growers in California: https://youtu.be/0TONrrToBpk?si=MLpcuTo6GgvCoi-1