Our Philosophy
Cover Crops
Our crop cover initiatives benefit both the environment and vineyards by:
- Reducing soil erosion through a green cover of beneficial native grasses and cereal grains, which also provide habitat to attract beneficial insects to the vineyards.
- Increased soil fertility through the application of dairy manure compost and grape pomace recycled from winery operations.
Pesticide Free
To lessen our environmental footprint we are working to improve our vineyard pest management operations by:
- Increasing the use of environmentally friendly pest control agents and increasing reliance on soft materials such as biodegradable soaps, oils, and plant extracts.
- Maintaining and expanding registered virus-free mother block.
- Utilizing new sprayers to more effectively disperse pest control agents.
Water Usage
As part of our sustainability goals, we have implemented a number of infrastructure and process upgrades with the goal of more efficient water usage. Some notable changes in the vineyard include:
- Using weather stations and soil moisture-measuring probes to monitor water use and eliminate wasted water in the vineyards.
- Implementing drip irrigation systems for increased conservation and efficiency.
At Snoqualmie, we believe that taking good care of the vineyards and local environment is essential to making the best wines possible.
As part of our longtime commitment to maintaining and advancing the natural quality of the Pacific Northwest, our team takes an active interest in the local community and natural surroundings. Snoqualmie has been a leader in sustainable farming and vineyard management in Washington state, and we continually strive to reduce our impact in the vineyards and our winery. In addition to our sustainability efforts, Snoqualmie was one of the first Washington wineries to craft wines from USDA-certified organically grown grapes at our certified organic winemaking facility.
A Natural Cycle
Cover Crops
Our crop cover initiatives benefit both the environment and vineyards by:
- Reducing soil erosion through a green cover of beneficial native grasses and cereal grains, which also provide habitat to attract beneficial insects to the vineyards.
- Increased soil fertility through the application of dairy manure compost and grape pomace recycled from winery operations.
Water Usage
As part of our sustainability goals, we have implemented a number of infrastructure and process upgrades with the goal of more efficient water usage. Some notable changes in the vineyard include:
- Using weather stations and soil moisture-measuring probes to monitor water use and eliminate wasted water in the vineyards.
- Implementing drip irrigation systems for increased conservation and efficiency.
Pesticide Free
To lessen our environmental footprint, we are working to improve our vineyard pest management operations by:
- Increasing the use of environmentally friendly pest control agents and increasing reliance on soft materials such as biodegradable soaps, oils, and plant extracts.
- Maintaining and expanding registered virus-free mother block.
- Utilizing new sprayers to more effectively disperse pest control agents.
Snoqualmie’s sustainable practices in the vineyard include water conservation, use of biodegradable natural pest control agents, and the planting of beneficial cover crops to reduce soil erosion.