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Quails Gate
Quails’ Gate Winery Estate in Okanagan Valley, B.C., has achieved certification from Sustainable Winegrowing B.C. (SWBC) in recognition of the estate’s sustainable practices.
The certification complements Quails’ Gate’s 2022 vineyard certification, and makes it the sixth winery in British Columbia to receive full certification.
The winery uses low-impact practices and a holistic ecosystem management approach to grape growing, focusing on efficiency and waste reduction in winemaking and sourcing farm-to-table ingredients.
“Environmental stewardship has always been one of the foundational pillars at Quails’ Gate,” said CEO Tony Stewart. “We feel a personal responsibility to protect this land for future generations to enjoy.”
Senior Winemaker Jeff Del Nin added that the winery’s commitment to sustainability “is not just a philosophy, it’s a way of life.”
