"In today's global market, it's imperative every wine send a clear message to its buyer. Sometimes, the story behind the bottle is more important than what exists inside. The Oregon story is about high quality, sustainable agriculture and true stewardship of the land. This message is paramount to Oregon's positioning in the global wine marketplace. The LIVE certification emphasizes this point and creates a brand position that most other wine regions simply don't have - it's Oregon's edge on the competition. To be able to say your winery and vineyards have achieved the highest certification in the world for sustainable viticulture, now that's pretty powerful."

Maria Ponzi Fogelstrom
Sales and Marketing Director,
Ponzi Vineyards

News Articles About LIVE

Statesman Journal: May 28th, 2009 | Sustainability gains favor among Oregon wineries
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Wine Spectator: April 22nd, 2009 | Oregon Launches Statewide Certification for Sustainable Wine
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The Oregonian: July 22nd, 2008 | Keep close to home with eco-friendly wines from Oregon
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Oregon Business: June, 2008 | Going for the Grape
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Capital Press: October, 2005 | LIVE alternative attracts growers
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Sunset Magazine: March, 2005 | Green Vines
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Capital Press: July, 2001 | Oregon vintners release first LIVE-certified wines
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Capital Press: Date Unknown | Oregon growers join 'green' movement
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Press Releases

March 2009 | LIVE Extends Sustainable Certification to Winery Facilities
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September 2006 | VINEA Members Join LIVE, Pursue Certification for Sustainable Vineyards
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June 2005 | Vineyards Lead the Way for a Cleaner, Greener Oregon
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June 2001 | First Certified Sustainable Wine: Bethel Heights 1999 Estate Pinot Noir
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