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We’re beginning to count down the days to our RISE Climate & Wine Symposium. Only five weeks remain! RISE is all about building community and empowering collective action. These events are for anyone in the wine industry ready to accelerate sustainability and climate action leadership.
Check out the details below and on risegreen.org, get your NG member discount code, and get your tickets! Reminder that six packs can be divided amongst your team.
Next week we’ll be announcing the winners of our RISE Leadership Awards. These leaders will get to give their version of a brief “TEDTalk” during RISE!
RISE is THE event to attend in 2025. I’m not the only one who thinks so:
Ray Isle (Apr. 30) shares, “The only way to have any real impact on large-scale issues is to work together, and events like RISE are critical for fostering collaboration. Wine is a community as much as something we love to drink, and when it comes to climate and wine, we can make visible change together.”
Jermaine Stone (May 6) notes, “True sustainability isn’t just about the land—it’s about creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and ensuring that everyone has a seat at the table. I’m honored to be participating in the RISE Climate & Wine Symposium; we’re not just talking—we’re building a future where diversity is the standard, not the exception.”
Mimi Casteel (May 8) says, “Never has it been more important for our industry to lead. In times like these, true solutions are born when we gather with curiosity and commitment, and that is precisely what RISE calls us to do. Decades from now our wines and our successors will tell the stories of how we met this moment. Let’s write a good story.”
See you there!
Anna Brittain
Executive Director
Spring has sprung, and this is a wonderful time to share your stories of regenerative and climate smart vineyard and winery leadership. Share beautiful photos and fun stories. Below are a few recent posts we’ve enjoyed.
If you’re looking for some ideas of what to spotlight, take a look at our Napa Green Certified Vineyard & Winery Talking Points.
Napa Green will be pouring your donated wines at Earth Day Napa on April 12 at the Oxbow Commons. Donate wine (sparkling and white are the most popular) to raise funds for the Environmental Education Coalition of Napa County Field Trip Bus Grant Program and the Darcy Aston Scholarship. Reach out to megan@napagreen.org to donate wine.
On Instagram tag @napagreen and on Facebook tag @napagreencertified.
April 29, 30, May 1 & May 6, 7, 8
Charles Krug Carriage House, St Helena CA
View the content for each of the six half-day events at RISEGreen.org
Napa Green Members Save 15% using Promo Code NGMEMBER15
Don’t miss the real-world insights, results and actionable steps shared by visionary global leaders coming to each day of the RISE Symposium. Our expert speakers and panelists will explore critical questions, including:
Here is a quick taste of two of these forums:
May 1 – Is Regenerative Ag Our Future?
Napa Green’s own Ben Mackie will moderate a conversation with Dr. Kimberly Nicholas (sustainability scientist and author, Under the Sky We Make), Jonathan Lundgren (agroecologist and leader of Ecdysis Foundation and the 1000 Farms Initiative), and Caine Thompson (Head of Sustainability for O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, Managing Director of Robert Hall Winery).
Learn how these leaders are using regenerative practices to demonstrate measurable benefits for vineyards, wineries, and the bottom line
May 8 – Can Forest & Creek Restoration Create Localized Climate Cooling?
An exciting outcome of RISE 2023 was the creation of a Watershed Restoration Collective led by Tod Mostero (Dominus Estate), Mimi Casteel (Hope Well Wine), and Anna Brittain (Napa Green). Two ecological experts will join them in discussion – Brock Dolman (permaculture and regenerative design leader) and Obi Kaufman (ecologist and author, The State of Fire). This incredible lineup will discuss the potential to combat heat domes through landscape restoration and rehydration.
The wins could be huge: capturing and storing water, enhancing biodiversity, reducing fire risk and increasing resilience, and generating meaningful localized cooling.
Join Us in Collective Action and Impact
Last year, we launched our premiere “Cheers to Climate Smart Wines!” consumer and community campaign. This co-marketing program raises consumer awareness of your winery’s climate action leadership, generates incremental sales, and supports Napa Green.
Why is this so important? While more than 66% of consumers say they will pay more for an environmentally sustainable product, nearly 80% say they don’t know how to identify these companies and products.
Cheers to Climate Smart Wines! spotlights Napa Green members’ commitment to climate smart winemaking. Throughout the month of July, the campaign will promote engagement with the growing number of consumers that want to support climate friendly, purpose-driven wineries.
How does it work? Choose a giveback method that works for you with a minimum donation commitment of $2000 to participate. Examples include allocating a percentage of tasting fees, tasting experiences, or featured SKUs generated in July.
Napa Green will provide participating members:
If you’re interested in being involved reach out to winery@napagreen.org.
We are immensely grateful for all of your support as a champion member of Napa Green. Collectively, our leadership is making a difference.
Napa Green is grateful to our sponsors, who help fund our expanding operations and programs. If you are interested in becoming a Napa Green Sponsor please reach out to Napa Green Executive Director, Anna Brittain.
@napagreen we believe that every purchasing decision is an opportunity to make a positive impact. That’s why we actively encourage our members to carefully consider their choices, especially when it comes to branded merchandise. We are proud to partner with our sponsor, Jonah Marketing, a company that shares our commitment to responsible and sustainable practices.
We invite all Napa Green members and businesses committed to sustainability to reach out to Jonah Marketing for a custom consultation to help you curate a selection of sustainable merchandise that not only aligns with your brand but also authentically communicates your unique sustainability story to your clients, partners, and employees.
Every piece of branded merchandise you choose tells a story about your organization. Let’s tell a sustainable story together.
#winebusiness #greenbusiness #sustainablebusiness #greenpurchasing #purchasingpower #wineindustry
@napagreen`s Executive Director @abrittain is speaking at @sustainabilityindrinks in London on Tuesday, October 21!
The event brings together industry leaders and policymakers to address sustainability challenges. Anna will join a panel on Labour Standards Across the Supply Chain.
#sustainablebusiness #sustainablewine #conference
Check out our incredible lineup of speakers who will be sharing practical strategies for building soil health, enhancing agroecosystem resilience, and producing exceptional quality grapes!
Join the two-day deep dive workshop, Growing Regenerative Viticulture, on November 18 and 19, 2025 @opusonewinery and @bedrockwines.
Open to @napagreen members and anyone interested in growing their regenerative leadership.
Ticket link in bio. This event will sell out so get your tickets soon!
#climateaction #regenerativeag #regenerativefarming #viticulture #wineindustry #soilhealth #workshop
Congratulations on achieving @napagreen Winery Certification to @camomiwinery, a family owned winery heartcrafting exceptional wines in the Napa Valley!
The @fiordisolewines facility, where they produce their wines, is not only water and energy efficient, they also maintain rigorous recycling standards. Beyond that, the bottling line is certified by @ccoforganic, ensuring that the production processes meet stringent organic standards.
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #napavalleywine #napavalley #winebusiness #sustainablewinery #wineindustry #sustainablebusiness
@napagreen has been a proud @1percentftp Environmental Partner since 2020!
Businesses and individuals can support Napa Green’s critical work in climate action, regenerative carbon farming, and social equity within the wine industry through 1% For The Planet’s environmental giving platform.
We are grateful to 1% For The Planet’s dedication to brining businesses and environment organizations together to support people and the planet!
Thank you to our 1% For The Planet Business partners @spottswoodewinery @patagonia @anarchistwineco and @mp_egan39!
#climateaction #regenerativeag #climatesmart #nonprofit #onepercentfortheplanet #environmentalgiving #socialequity
Congratulations @bellaunionwine on achieving @napagreen Winery recertification!
Powered by @mcecleanenergy Deep Green 100% Renewable Energy, Bella Union believes in minimizing their environmental impact, maximizing care for their ecosystems, and making a difference in the lives of their employees and community.
Explore their beautiful tasting room, featuring an artist-in-residence program, and discover the passion and quality in every glass.
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #winetasting #napavalleywine #napavalley #winebusiness #sustainablewine #sustainablewinery
Congratulations to these @napagreen Certified Members for winning the @greatwinecapitals Napa Valley Regional Best of Wine Tourism Awards!
🌟@sterlingvineyards for Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences
🌟 @chandonusa for Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices
🌟 @cliffamily for Culinary Experiences
Thank you for your commitment to excellence and sustainability!
#visitnapa #visitnapavalley #winetasting #ecotourism #climatesmartwine #sustainablewine #sustainablewines #winecountry
JOIN US for an inspiring two-day deep dive into regenerative viticulture, designed to equip growers with practical strategies for building soil health, enhancing agroecosystem resilience, and producing exceptional quality grapes.
November 18, 2025 @opusonewinery
November 19, 2025 @bedrockwines
This event is for anyone interested in growing their leadership.
🎟️ Ticket link in bio.
#regenerativefarming #regenerativeag #winebusiness #vineyard #climateaction #climatesmart #soilhealth #regenerativeviticulture
Congratulations @ilsleyvineyards on achieving @napagreen Vineyard Certification!
With four generations farming over six decades and over 100 years of history in the Napa Valley, the Ilsley family is committed to elevating their vineyard and farming practices. The Napa Green Vineyard Certification aligns with this whole property approach to farming, encompassing the full agroecosystem – from what is happening underground in the soil, to what is happening in the atmosphere, to how this impacts the broader community.
Thank you for being regenerative farming leaders!
#regenerativeag #regenerativefarming #wineindustry #sustainablewine #climatesmart #napavalleywine #napavalley #landstewardship #winebusiness
@frankfamilyvineyards is not only both @napagreen Vineyard and Winery Certified, they have also partnered with @4ocean to support ocean and coastline cleanups!
Check out this outstanding winery to learn more about their leading sustainability practices and this amazing initiative! 🌊
#climateaction #winebusiness #winetasting #napavalley #napavalleywine #coastalcleanup #oceancleanup #visitnapavalley #climatesmartwine #regenerativeag
Congratulations to one of our founding members, @stsupery on achieving both @napagreen Vineyard and Winery recertification!
St Supery’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and continuing improvement is evident throughout their business. When visiting the tasting room, guests are greeted by cheerful Bluebirds that live in the strategically placed bird boxes to act as natural pest control. From there, you pass by the culinary gardens that are incorporated into the farm-to-table pairings, to the stunning tasting room where you can see the solar energy generated to power the property in real-time, and learn about all of the incredible sustainability initiatives from soil to bottle.
Thank you St Supery for your commitment to the community, land stewardship, and sustainable leadership!
#sustainablewine #climatesmart #winetasting #napavalleywine #napavalley #regenerativeag #landstewardship #winebusiness
In celebration of their 40th anniversary vintage, the Novak family of @spottswoodewinery has donated a complete 40-vintage vertical collection of their Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (1982-2021), plus an invitation to their exclusive annual vertical tasting, which is available through @christieswine to support the nonprofit, @napagreen, a leader in sustainability and climate action in the wine industry.
@mkshepp of Spottswoode shares, “As we celebrate 40 years of organic farming and work to change paradigms and build resilience through regenerative systems, we see Napa Green as a vital partner in expanding that mission across the wine industry. This auction isn’t just about Spottswoode’s history; it’s an investment in the future of winegrowing that prioritizes the health of our natural environment, our workers, and our community.”
#winetasting #winelover #winecollector #winecollection #finewine #fineandrarewines
LAST CHANCE to bid on this @christieswine Fine and Rare Wines lot, featuring a 19-magnum vertical of @opusonewinery vintages 2001-2019 hand-selected and signed from the private collection of @opus_one_winemaker, Michael Silacci, as well as an Opus One Harvest Experience for four.
#winetasting #winelover #winecollector #winecollection #finewine #fineandrarewines
Michael Silacci, @opus_one_winemaker, has hand-selected an extraordinary vertical of @opusonewinery magnums from his private collection, which are available through @christieswine to support the nonprofit @napagreen, a leader in sustainability and climate action in the wine industry.
“Napa Green plays a vital, fundamental role in grape growing within and beyond the vineyard boundaries in Napa Valley,” said Michael Silacci. “The team, comprised of experts in all essential elements of farming and stewardship, provides education, guidance, and holds us accountable. Year after year they continue to evolve and challenge us to be better citizens. I want to do all I can to help Napa Green rise. Napa Green not only strengthens our community but also inspires a deeper sense of purpose – within ourselves, and in how we care for the land we love so dearly.”
#winetasting #winelover #winecollector #winecollection #finewine #fineandrarewines
Steal this itinerary! 🍷
Join Sommelier and Vintner, Meghan Vergara as she visits three @napagreen certified wineries, @chimneyrockwinery, @bcellars and @boeschenvineyards in this captivating Terroir of Place and People Itinerary.
“Sustainability is a beautiful way of life and business. These whole systems, regenerative practices are as essential and unique as the terroir we pride ourselves on here in Napa Valley… it’s truly inspiring to travel to different wineries and taste the fruits of their labor, to see all the hard work and distinct passion in what these wineries & vineyards do.” - @mvino1
#sustainablewine #wineindustry #winetasting #winecountry #winelover #ecotravel #foodandwine #visitnapa #visitnapavalley #sommelier
The @napagreen Winery program launched in 2008, prompting Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, who spoke at the launch event hosted by @napavintners, to observe, “I’ve been at this for 30 years and this is the best, most well-thought-out program I’ve ever seen.”
#sustainabilty #environmentalleadership #environmentalstewardship #climateaction #climatesmart
