LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2019

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NEW ZEALAND LEADS IN SUSTAINABLE WINEMAKING For 30 years, New Zealand has set the standard in sustainable winemaking, producing world-class wines using methods rooted in a deep respect for nature.

There’s a reason New Zealand is considered a world leader in winemaking, and it’s not just for the country’s flavourful Sauvignon Blanc. Since the 1990s, with the creation of Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ), an industry-wide certification program, New Zealanders have led the charge in recognizing the need to build environmental protection into their practices by minimizing waste and reusing materials wherever possible. Ninety-eight percent of the country’s wineries are certified under SWNZ, and committed to nine pillars of sustainability that touch everything from biodiversity to business practices. This means renowned wineries, including Kim Crawford, Oyster Bay, Nobilo, Stoneleigh, Riverlore and Villa Maria, closely monitor their energy, water, chemical and packaging use, delivering excellent wines produced in harmony with the natural environment and their surrounding communities. “I believe the sustainable practices we are using are producing better quality wines, because we are continuously improving our techniques,” says Anthony Walkenhorst, winemaker at Kim Crawford.

“On a recent trip to New Zealand, I was amazed by the mindset of local winemakers. They’re always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of sustainability, and they truly believe in taking care of their land to obtain the best expression of their terroir, which is evident in the quality of their wines.”

— Vincent Filhol, LCBO and Vintages New Zealand Wines Buyer

FOOD & DRI NK HOLIDAY Featured products are available at select LCBO stores. Prices subject to change without notice. *Vintages Essentials Collection is always available at many LCBO locations. Visit vintages.com/essentials

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