The Bonterra Edit

We have some exciting news: Season Two of Bonterra’s Soil to Soul podcast has officially launched! Both seasons are hosted by Jess Baum, Bonterra’s Senior Director of Regenerative Impact. Jess is an idealist with a gift for channeling passion into measurable, transformative action, and at Bonterra she leads a broad scope of sustainability initiatives.  In […]

Exploring Our Commitment to Regenerative Organic Agriculture with Elizabeth Whitlow  In the realm of sustainable and organic agriculture, the buzzword “regenerative” has been gaining traction, and for good reason. Regenerative organic agriculture focuses on organic practices and goes a step further, aiming to rejuvenate and restore the health of the soil, ecosystems, and communities involved. […]

Written by Skylar @ Happy Earth Habits As someone who cares about the planet and strives to make eco-friendly swaps in their daily life, it is important to look at all aspects of your life and see what you can swap in and out. One of the areas in your everyday life that can have […]

At Bonterra Organic Estates, our approach to regenerative organic farming encompasses three key pillars: improving soil health, upholding animal welfare, and empowering workers. Through a coordinated mix of regenerative practices—planting cover crops, integrating animals into the farm, planting beneficial, insect-friendly plants to curb pests, promoting biodiversity, conserving nearly 50 percent of our land in its […]

This month we launched our new Bonterra Organic Estates podcast: “Soil to Soul: Farming, Food, Wine, and Our Collective Future.” In “Soil to Soul,” Jess Baum, our Senior Director of Regenerative Impact, actively engages in interviews with inspiring change-makers who harbor a deep passion for creating a positive impact on our planet. With each episode, […]

Our summer gardens are steadily growing and our grills are readied for the next sunny day. While we love the succulent flavors of grilled fare, summer also ushers in an abundance of fresh, organic ingredients; colorful additions to our al fresco meals and seasonal flavors to complement our crisp white wines and our light-bodied reds. […]

We often talk about our pioneering efforts around environmental stewardship, and many don’t know that our Administration Building is a great example of those commitments. During the building’s construction in the 1990s, the use of recycled and environmentally friendly materials were prioritized. The building also has a unique ventilation system that cools the building in […]

April signals the arrival of spring and welcomes the beginning of Earth Month, a time when many people may be searching for simple but impactful ways to live more sustainably. But, living more consciously doesn’t mean steering away from life’s little luxuries, like enjoying a glass of great wine. In fact, the wine industry is […]

Here at Bonterra, we embrace any opportunity to share our commitment to regenerative organic practices and climate neutral certification. Last year, we were thrilled to have been featured (twice) by Forbes for our pioneering spirit in becoming the first winery to be certified climate neutral. The article summarized our commitment to measuring our carbon footprint […]