Wines and Spirits That Taste Good and Do Good [Video]

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We’re all becoming more conscious of the impact of our purchases, and that includes what we pour into our glasses. Many wineries and distilleries are leading the way, combining exceptional taste with sustainability and community support.

Joining us today is Natalie MacLean, who offers Canada’s most popular online wine classes at nataliemaclean.com.

Welcome, Natalie.

Great to be back with you! I think of these wines and spirits as drinking with a conscience — we get to feel virtuous and tipsy at the same time.

That’s the best kind of indulgence. So, where are we starting?

For our first virtuous vino, we’re heading to the magnificent Italian Alps with Mezzacorona.

Mezzacorona Pinot GrigioAlto Adige, Trentino, Italy

This winery is actually a cooperative of 1,600 families who live there and cultivate the vines.

This winery has not only reduced its use of synthetic chemicals, but it also has pioneered one of …