In the context of an exceptionally challenging agricultural year, our decision not to proceed with the 2023 harvest<\/strong> has drawn significant attention. This choice, as highlighted by various media outlets, including “La Nazione”<\/strong> and “Sommelier Suite”<\/strong>, serves as a powerful testament to our commitment to sustainability and the real operational challenges facing the wine industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Podere Casanova owners, Susanna Ponzin and Isodoro Rebatto<\/strong>, have taken a stance that significantly diverges from conventional practices. Their decision not to harvest this year<\/strong> was driven by a deep commitment to organic production and environmental sustainability<\/strong>. This was particularly evident in their response to downy mildew<\/strong>, a disease that has affected vineyards across Italy. Rather than increasing chemical treatments, they chose to stay within the limits set for organic farming<\/strong>, accepting the consequences of a reduced production<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This was not an easy decision. As Susanna<\/strong> stated in an interview with “La Nazione”<\/strong>, choosing to halt treatments and focus on preparing the vineyards for the next season<\/strong> was made with full awareness of its implications<\/strong>. While this would have been their first fully organic harvest<\/strong>, they preferred to stay true to their principles rather than compromise their values<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Podere Casanova situation<\/strong> raises important questions about the cost and value of sustainability<\/strong> in the wine industry. Susanna and Isodoro\u2019s choices<\/strong> will have a tangible economic impact in the coming years<\/strong>, as they will miss out on revenue from the wines that would have been produced. However, as Susanna<\/strong> pointed out, these decisions were deliberate and reflect a broader consideration of the real costs and the support needed for truly sustainable and organic practices<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In summary, Podere Casanova\u2019s case<\/strong> not only illustrates the challenges faced by producers committed to eco-friendly practices<\/strong>, but also sparks broader discussions about the responsibilities and costs associated with producing wines in an environmentally respectful manner<\/strong>. This story, widely discussed in various media outlets, highlights the importance of supporting practices that protect both the environment and consumer health, despite the economic challenges they may entail<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In the context of an exceptionally challenging agricultural year, our decision not to proceed with the 2023 harvest has drawn significant attention. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1903,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"class_list":["post-2608","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n