The Stellar Live-a-Little range-Fairtrade approved www.stellarorganics.com

• Stellar Winery is situated 275 kilometres north of Cape Town on the road to Namibia. It is a joint venture between four farmers and the cellar, which processes about 900 tonnes of organic grapes from farms straddling the northern boundary of the Olifants river wine region and Namaqualand. Working closely with the farms, winemaker Dudley Wilson produces a great range of wines - all of which have Fairtrade approval.

OVA South Australia

• Organic Vignerons Australia are an inspirational group of five independent organic estates who joined forces in 2002 to make a wide range of bespoke wines!

Domaine Duseigneiur & Philippe Faure-Brac-Biodynamic Vineyard

www.domaineduseigneur.com

The estate, created in 1967 by Jean Duseigneiur, covers 30 hectares.. As from 1997, thanks to his sons Bernard and Frederic, the domain has been meeting the requirements of organic agriculture and was fully converted to Bio-dynamic farming in 2004. Philippe Faure-Brac, World’s Best Sommelier 1992, became a partner of the estate in 2007. So, 50% Sommelier, 50% vine grower is a blend that, they hope, will lead to numerous great wine - really authentic and of a deep generosity!

• Respect of the soils and of the vine stocks are their essential concerns. The soil, made of red clay and stones on top of a layer of sand gives to this terroir a very specific expression.

• The Mistral, in clearing fog and humidity, helps to accelerate the grape’s maturity, giving an exceptional concentration to the great years.

• The reward of their efforts is the quality of their grapes.

Navarrsotillo www.navarrsotillo.com

Tradition, good work, love for the land, liking of healthy things, these are some of the characteristics that define the work of the people of Navarrsotillo.

The family possesses approximately 60 hectares of organically cultivated vineyards distributed as follows: 70% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha, 10% Mazuelo, 5% Graciano and 5% Viura.

Bon Cap - www.boncaporganic.co.za

Bon Cap lies on the banks of the Breede River in the picturesque valley of Eilandia outside the Robertson Wine Valley. The river is the vein of their wines. The area is well known for its very low rainfall of only 150mm per annum. Here you’ll find Red Karoo (Terra Rossa) and sandy soils, rich in lime - ideal for growing quality vines. Because of their farming methods and the scientific use of cover crops to replenish soil, the soil there is rich in compost, ensuring the premium quality of their wines and the beautiful rose gardens at the Manor. Their distinctive vineyard proves that Bon Cap indeed deserves its name - Good Cape.

Quote:

“My grandfather, my father and I believe that…”our footprints in our vineyards are the best fertilizer and compost we can offer.”

Jaillance Company- www.jaillance.com

Quote: “Behind the vines, there are the men. Discover this bit of humanity and the passion that sustains the heartbeat of the Jaillance vines”

The Die region has been renowned for its famous Clairette since before history began. Jaillance is the story of a few vine growers who, bolstered by the success of their Clairette de Die, had the courage to transmit their passion and share their knowledge with other French regions.

“Wine is so beautiful when it is organic”- Jaillance has been committed to environmental conservation since 1989. This is why over 100 hectares of the Jaillance vineyards are now managed in accordance with the current regulations on organic production. This type of agricultures uses no atrificial fertiliser or pesticides and respects the earth to ensure its sustainability. They also developed this method to ensure the quality of their products. As they send their roots deeper into the ground to find their nutrients, the vines are intensively impregnated with the flavours of their appellation’s soil and transmit all of its character to the wines.

Fasoli Gino, Italy

• Since 1980 Amadio and Natalino Fasoli have managed their Veneto estate organically. Their vineyards are located in the wide and sunny Illasi valley where vines are able to thrive. With a strong focus on quality, the wines of this estate are regular award-winners across the globe.

Cinq Autels www.domainedescinqautels.com

This domaine has been devoted to organic farming since 1967. For them, the organic commitment means respecting the ethics that aspire to a healthier environment and an equitable and sustainable local economy.

Their practics and methods are officially recognized and adhere to the natural equilibrium by:

using only treatments or fertilizers from natural processes, keeping the soil alive to nourish the plants, maintaining the balance between plants and their environment, favouring preventative treatments rather than curative. In order to provide the consumer with certification and traceability, we undergo annual checks by an official standards organisation (Qualite France)

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