What are sustainable wines?

At the heart of sustainable winemaking lies a commitment to environmental responsibility. This involves using sustainable viticultural practices - such as cover cropping and integrated pest management - to protect the land and conserve resources. Minimising water usage through efficient irrigation and rainwater harvesting is crucial, as is reducing energy consumption through renewable energy sources and optimised production processes. Sustainable wineries also strive to minimise waste generation and find ways to recycle or compost organic waste.

Beyond these environmental considerations, sustainable winemakers also prioritise social responsibility. This means ensuring safe working conditions and fair wages for vineyard workers and winery employees. Supporting local communities and contributing to the economic and social development of the region are equally important. Economic viability is another crucial pillar of sustainability. Sustainable practices protect the environment and resources, ensuring the long-term economic viability of vineyards and wineries.

At the heart of sustainable winemaking lies a commitment to environmental responsibility. This involves using sustainable viticultural practices - such as cover cropping and integrated pest management - to protect the land and conserve resources. Minimising water usage through efficient irrigation and rainwater harvesting is crucial, as is reducing energy consumption through renewable energy sources and optimised production processes. Sustainable wineries also strive to minimise waste generation and find ways to recycle or compost organic waste.

Beyond these environmental considerations, sustainable winemakers also prioritise social responsibility. This means ensuring safe working conditions and fair wages for vineyard workers and winery employees. Supporting local communities and contributing to the economic and social development of the region are equally important. Economic viability is another crucial pillar of sustainability. Sustainable practices protect the environment and resources, ensuring the long-term economic viability of vineyards and wineries.

What foods pair well with sustainable wines?

The sustainability practices used in making these wines can influence how you choose to pair them with food. Generally, organic wines pair with organic or biodynamic produce, free-range poultry and meat, and wild-caught seafood. Biodynamic wines are similar to organic pairings, but also complement dishes with strong herbal notes or subtle earthiness. Low-intervention wines pair with light-flavoured dishes like salads, seafood, and poultry. While native varietal wines can be enjoyed with local and seasonal dishes.

What are the best sustainable wines at Qantas Wines?

Australia is a leader in sustainable wine production. Three of the country's most respected wineries - Penfolds, Tahbilk, and Yalumba - are committed to environmentally friendly practices and have implemented various initiatives to minimise their impact on the environment. All three brands are also committed to sustainable development, reporting regularly on their sustainability performance and actively collaborate with other wineries and organisations to share best practices and advance sustainable winegrowing in Australia. Choosing sustainable wines from Penfolds, Tahbilk, or Yalumba means you're not only enjoying high-quality wines, you’re also supporting responsible practices and protecting the environment.

What do sustainable wines mean to Qantas?

Qantas Wine is committed to minimising our impact on the environment and providing Qantas Frequent Flyers with opportunities to do the same. When it comes to improving the health of the planet we know that together small changes can have a big impact. Which is why Qantas Wine is proud to partner with Sustainable Winegrowing Australia to offer wines from sustainable-minded growers. By purchasing these wines, you’re not only supporting sustainable winemakers. you’re supporting sustainable-minded producers that are helping to shape the Australian wine industry for the better.

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