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We work each day to leave our children with a better environment.

Our agricultural practices have always been rooted in the principles of sustainability.

Sustainability report 2024

What does this entail?

It means that we employ all available techniques and knowledge to minimise harm to the soil, plants, environment, and future generations.

We consciously abstain from using chemical agents or taking shortcuts that could prove detrimental. Instead, we prioritise manual labour, embrace organic defence methods, and implement proactive agronomic techniques. In our mission, we are supported by a dedicated group of individuals who take immense pride in their work, willingly going above and beyond to align with nature and safeguard the future.

Tasca d’Almerita achieves certified B Corp status, joining a global movement of companies committed to raising the bar for social and environmental impact.

We are a B Corp. But what does that mean?
B Corp stands for Benefit Corporation, embodying a commitment to the well-being of all.

As a Benefit Corporation, we tirelessly strive for the greater good, generating positive impacts and nurturing both living beings and our planet. Don’t these noble and selfless actions align with the qualities you would expect from your closest friends?

Is it easy to become a B Corp?
We leave that judgement to you. Among the myriad companies that apply, only a privileged few attain the prestigious B Corp certification. This distinction is granted by the esteemed international organisation B Lab solely to for-profit entities passionately committed to addressing social and environmental challenges, going beyond mere avoidance of harm.

To become part of this distinguished and select group, a company must meticulously examine every aspect of its operations, following rigorous, independent, and verifiable criteria for social and environmental performance. It requires questioning long-established business practices and seeking innovation in pursuit of continuous improvement. Certification is awarded based on the measurable effects of decisions and actions in five essential domains: environment, customers, community, governance, and employees.

B Corp Certification Notice

THE LAND: IT IS HERE THAT WE TREAD

As an agricultural enterprise deeply rooted in the land since 1830, our unwavering commitment has always centred around this very essence. Yet, we have sought to strike a harmonious balance between purpose and profit, nurturing our dedicated team as if they were part of our own family. Through conscious actions and decisions, we have steadily reduced our environmental footprint while actively driving sustainable progress across the entire wine industry. That is why we proudly support the SOStain Sicilia Foundation, established in 2020 to promote a more virtuous viticulture system in Sicily and advance research and education in sustainability.

EVERY DAY HOLDS ITS UNIQUE STORY

As a B Corp, each morning we awaken and contemplate.
How can we surpass our achievements? Where and how can we continue to grow?

Our journey is one of continuous improvement, aimed at reinforcing our commitment to B Corp and raising the standards of the wine industry in Sicily and beyond. We aspire to be active participants in a community of trailblazing companies and a global movement that envisions a better world. By encouraging more businesses to adopt environmentally and socially conscious practices, we can accelerate the achievement of our shared goals. Together, we can cultivate a truly sustainable future for 100% of Sicilian viticulture!

Among the pivotal elements that have contributed to achieving B Corp certification, one undeniably stands out: SOStain – the sustainability protocol for Sicilian viticulture.
Since 2010, we have actively embraced this protocol, which is certified by an independent third-party entity.

Its underlying principle is that agricultural activities extend beyond the fields we cultivate, encompassing the well-being of workers, consumer health, appreciation of the surrounding territory, and the conservation of natural resources. This protocol is overseen by the SOStain Sicilia Foundation, which now comprises numerous Sicilian wineries, all dedicated to fostering sustainable growth in Sicily.

SOStain is built upon ten indispensable sustainability requirements that are both measurable and comparable. Adherence to these requirements is essential to obtain certification from an independent third-party entity.

These ten ingredients enable us to safeguard and cherish the invaluable gifts bestowed upon us by the Earth.

SUSTAINABLE VINEYARD MANAGEMENT

SUSTAINABLE VINEYARD MANAGEMENT

The companies of SOStain are required to manage their vineyards in a sustainable way.

Tasca d’Almerita follows the Disciplinary Management Methods for Eco-Sustainable companies, a cultivation system that prioritizes techniques to ensure a lower environmental impact, improved quality of agricultural production, protection of biodiversity, and the health of farmers and consumers. Thanks to this integrated farming strategy, Tasca d’Almerita has less or the same impact on the environment, the farmer, and the consumer as that of organic practices.

CHEMICAL WEED CONTROL

CHEMICAL WEED CONTROL

Companies that join the SOStain Program choose not to practice chemical weed control.

Tasca d’Almerita does not practice chemical weed control on any of its estates. To combat weeds, we use mechanical weeding, which consists of using physical tools, such as the hoe, but also plows, blades, motor hoes, and inter-row harrows, which uproot the weeds from the soil and remove them from the vineyard.

BIODIVERSITY PROTECTION

BIODIVERSITY PROTECTION

To protect biodiversity, if the company has a surface area of more than 15 hectares, it must maintain natural, undisturbed areas on at least 5% of the company land.

Tasca d’Almerita devotes 69% of the total area of its estates to wine growing. The remaining areas are devoted to pastures, arable land with diversified crops, olive groves, forests, lakes, streams, and non-cultivated areas in order to maintain biodiversity and provide areas of refuge for native species. The estates are also home to bees, which are valuable and essential, not only for honey production but for the preservation of biodiversity.

ECO-FRIENDLY MATERIALS

ECO-FRIENDLY MATERIALS

SOStain companies use only eco-compatible materials in the vineyards.

At Tasca d’Almerita estates, the materials used in winemaking are chosen according to their recyclability and eco-friendly characteristics. All new vineyards are built using wooden or metal poles, and pruning ties, when possible, are made of biodegradable material.

LOCAL RAW MATERIALS

LOCAL RAW MATERIALS

It is required that 100% of all grapes and wines purchased, if any, be regionally sourced.

The promotion of historical artisan practices, as well as local customs and traditions, are part of an integrated concept of sustainability aimed at growing local economies and improving the quality of life. That is why 75 %of the services employed by Tasca come from the Sicilian territory. The grape suppliers, should it be necessary to purchase small quantities, are all located in lands surrounding the estates.

VIVA SUSTAINABILITY

VIVA SUSTAINABILITY

The impact on air, water, vineyard, and territory is measured with indicators of the VIVA program, recognized by the Ministry of the Environment.

At a company-wide level since 2016, Tasca d’Almerita has been monitoring the parameters of the VIVA program: Air: Carbon Footprint, Water: Water Footprint, Vineyard, and Territory. Tasca d’Almerita has met all the requirements of the program.

ONLY THE ENERGY NEEDED

ONLY THE ENERGY NEEDED

In order to reduce energy consumption and promote the efficiency of winemaking processes, wines must be produced using a maximum of 0.7 kWh of electricity per liter of wine.

In all Tasca d’Almerita estates, electricity consumption per liter of wine processed has been lower than the limit defined by the SOStain standards: 0.7 kWh/l. From 2017 to 2021 Tasca d’Almerita saved 323,380 kWh of electricity, equivalent to saving 104.09 tons of CO₂.

LIGHT BOTTLES FOR THE AIR TOO

LIGHT BOTTLES FOR THE AIR TOO

The average weight of the non-sparkling wine bottles used during the year must be less than or equal to 550 g/0.75 liters in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The average weight of Tasca d’Almerita’s 0.75-liter bottles was 507.18 grams. Tasca d’Almerita has lightened the weight of 1,724,716 bottles resulting in a reduction equivalent to 120.52 tons of CO₂ emissions, as well as minimizing the raw materials required to manufacture a glass bottle.

SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

SOStain companies publish an annual sustainability report to maintain transparency around actions taken and results achieved.

In 2025 Tasca d’Almerita published its fourteenth sustainability report. The 2024 report is defined by a commitment to absolute transparency with easily verifiable data.

LACK OF RESIDUES IN WINE

LACK OF RESIDUES IN WINE

SOStain wineries must conduct mandatory, yearly analyses for residues in wines.

Tasca d’Almerita safeguards consumers by subjecting all wines to analysis to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. The analyses conducted over the years have never revealed the presence of residues. In addition, all wines have a sulfite content below the limits set by organic wine regulations.

Throughout the years, our steadfast dedication to environmental preservation has garnered international acclaim.

We take immense pride in being honoured with the esteemed title of “Best European Winery” at the 20th Annual Wine Star Awards in 2019, presented by the renowned American publication Wine Enthusiast. This prestigious recognition was a testament to our unwavering commitment to sustainable viticulture in Sicily. Furthermore, our accomplishments were underscored by the prestigious Green Emblem Award bestowed upon us by Robert Parker in 2021, a distinguished accolade given to only three wineries in Italy and twenty-four worldwide.

LETTER FROM ALBERTO TASCA

Moving towards a Regenerative Model

Sustainability has become an established management approach, and fortunately, there is a growing number of discerning consumers who can differentiate between those engaging in mere greenwashing and those truly making a difference by adding value to both the community and the environment. When sustainability is pursued through a clear, transparent, and verifiable journey, it becomes a guiding compass for consumers, empowering them to make conscious choices in their consumption and purchases. It serves as a powerful instrument which can be used to make a political statement and influence the economic system that supports it.

Within this context, the ability of businesses to incorporate not only environmental considerations but also social aspects into their investment evaluations can act as a catalyst for change. It empowers businesses to generate a positive impact on both the planet and society.

To accomplish this, we need a radical shift in perspective and to embrace a fresh mindset, approach, and way of working. We require a regenerative paradigm grounded in a fundamental principle: our future depends on our capacity to create and restore greater value than what we consume for mere survival. Consequently, we must raise the bar even higher than sustainability. It is no longer solely about “meeting the needs of the current generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own.”

After measuring and reducing our impact, and after gaining awareness, we now aspire to surpass these milestones. We aim to embark on collaborative endeavours that transcend conventional boundaries and push the boundaries of regeneration.
Merely striving for balance with nature—the pursuit of a zero-impact approach—is no longer sufficient.

Our aspiration is to adopt a Nature Positive model, one that artfully integrates economic, environmental, and social criteria to restore more value to the planet than what we extract in our operations.
That is why Tasca has strived diligently this year to become a certified B Corp. We embrace an enterprise model founded on the principles of shared value and long-term vision—a philosophy rooted in restitution. This evolution is underway.

However, being a B Corp demands unwavering commitment, tangible actions, perseverance, awareness, and accountability. We are ready to embrace this challenge.

Alberto Tasca

Cultivating Earth