Gardenista: Insectary Gardens
What is an insectary and why do you need one? Check out the latest article in Gardenista, and learn about how this is an integral part of Biodynamic farming. Fun fact: we have over 250 unique flowers and plants that attract beneficial bugs and insects, and help maintain biodiversity.
Toast to Earth Day
Highlighted in Devin Parr’s article “12 Wineries with Sustainability Practices Worth Toasting This Earth Month“, we have been proud to farm biodynamically for almost 25 years. “The vineyards are certified organic and biodynamic, and the team employs eco-friendly practices, such as cover cropping, composting, and natural pest control, to maintain the health of the soil […]
Shift Toward Sustainability
Winemaker Lisa Amaroli was recently featured in Marin Living, highlighting “How Local Wineries are Shifting Toward Sustainability.” Biodynamic farming is the highest level of organic farming, viewing the entire property as one ecosystem. “This type of farming is based on biodiversity of animals, plants, insects and even bacteria that work together. “It’s about balance, not eradication,” […]
Sustainability in Sonoma
We are honored to be featured in the New Zealand Herald “USA Holidays: Meet the Kiwi winemaker working in Sonoma, California’s Sustainable wine region.” Chris Benziger was featured in the article, explaining our approach of caring for the land, resulting in authentic, site-expressive wines. “It allows the vines to grow naturally deep into the soils […]
Ethical Wine Movement: Sustainable Agriculture
Caring for the land has always been a forefront of the farming practices at Benziger, not only because it is the right thing to do, but it also results in higher quality wine and preserving the land for generations to come. All four estate vineyards are Demeter-certified Biodynamic, the highest level of organic farming. Chris […]
The Buzz on Insectaries
Cultivating beneficial plants and insects has been a vital part of Biodynamic farming at our Sonoma Mountain Estate. Chris Benziger describes “We’re growing plants that attract predatory insects in order to kill the “bad bugs” that can damage our vines, instead of spraying pesticides to eliminate those same bugs.” Find out more in L.M. Archer’s […]
Travel + Leisure: What to Know About Sustainable, Biodynamic, and Organic Wine
Plan your summer trip with Sonoma in mind, and learn about sustainable, biodynamic, and organic wine. Travel + Leisure featured Benziger Family Winery as a must-see on your next trip to wine country, and explains the difference between the various farming practices that Benziger is known for. Chris Benziger notes “When you see a well-run, […]
Toast to Earth Day
Featured in Haute Living San Francisco’s round-up of eco-friendly wines to celebrate Earth Day, our Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast Rosé, and Joaquin’s Inferno were highlighted. Fran Miller writes “As stewards of the land, the Benziger family invites nature in, instead of pushing it out, ensuring their vineyards are thriving, healthy, and producing wines full of character and […]
Pruning Season at Benziger
The winter months are an important time of the year, where wineries focus on pruning the vineyard to get ready for the next season. Sonoma magazine recently profiled Benziger winery for our pruning insight, as Chris Benziger notes “It is a critical time that often gets overlooked by the public, because it happens slowly in the background, […]
Hike + Wine in Glen Ellen
Looking for the perfect weekend outdoors in beautiful wine country? Plan your day in Glen Ellen with a hike at nearby Jack London State Park, and finish the day with a wine tasting or tour at Benziger. The Mercury News features our “75-minute tractor tour is perhaps the best way to learn about the property’s innovative […]