Sustainability
Our commitment to sustainability is more than just words. Beginning in the vineyard and reflected across each stage of our production progress, Plata makes business decisions with the environment in mind.
Through strategic partnerships, operating efficiencies, and a bit of creativity, we take a holistic approach to sustainability that improves year after year.
Nature
Stewardship of the land through sustainable practices
Cover Crops
& Livestock
Irrigation
Natural Pest
Control
Protect Native
Plants & Animals
Vineyard Sustainability Certifications
Partners
Like-minded partnerships make all the difference
Certified Sustainable Partners
Our winery partners are Certified Sustainable, meaning they measure and continuously improve their water consumption, energy usage, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Starting with the 2024 vintage, our wine labels can bear the Certified California Sustainable logo.
Eco-Conscious Initiatives
Our supplier partners have their own programs to reduce environmental impact, including zero-waste initiatives, renewable energy usage, and EcoVadis, ISO, or FSC certifications.
Local Businesses
By partnering with California-based businesses, we support the local economy, reduce emissions, increase collaboration, and improve project management. Driving down the road to visit suppliers is more efficient than flying or shipping materials.
Innovative Technology
Our vineyard management team employs innovative technology to increase water efficiency, reduce pesticide and herbicide usage, and cultivate soil health and biodiversity.
Climate
Minimizing our carbon footprint through deliberate business decisions
Supporting Local Minimizes Emissions
We crush grapes as close to our vineyards as possible, supporting the local community and reducing gas emissions.
Partnering with a state-of-the-art bottling facility adjacent to our inventory warehouse eliminates the use of over
Trucks
Per Year
Bottled cases are moved through an internal wall instead of being transported by trucks.
The majority of the materials we purchase are produced within
Miles
From our bottling facility
Eliminating air freight and significantly reducing our carbon footprint
Domestic, Bulk Glass
Bulk glass produces less waste in creation and requires less corrugated outer packaging, reducing emissions and raw material consumption.
A fully loaded freight truck carrying bulk glass can transport
MORE GLASS
PER TRIP
than cased ware
of our bottlings utilize lightweight glass
Environmentally conscious materials
Our wine cartons, labels, and glass use the maximum amount of recycled materials available from our suppliers.
Real corks are 100% natural & biodegradable, generating zero waste during production & up to
LESS CO2
THAN SYNTHETIC
CLOSURES
Reducing carton insert heights resulted in a
reduction in carton
cardboard usage
Looking Ahead
We know sustainability is a journey, not a destination. At Plata, we are committed to improving our practices year after year. By continually monitoring our impact, collaborating with like-minded partners, and embracing new technologies, we aim to protect the planet while crafting exceptional wines.
Taste Sustainability in Every Bottle.