Biodiversity hotspot
Cork oak forests support 25,000 species, including endangered birds, plants and wildcats.
Naturally sequesters carbon
CO2 emissions are 24x higher for screwcaps and 10x higher for plastic stoppers than natural cork.
Biodegradable and recyclable
Whereas the artificial closures often end up in our landfills and oceans.
Sustainably harvested bark
Cork oak trees aren't harmed or cut down to produce corks, the bark is sustainably harvested.
Preserves local livelihoods
Cork preserves local Portuguese tradition and provides jobs for thousands of skilled workers.
Timeless partner to wine
Lets the right amount of oxygen into wine over time; artificial closures aren’t time-tested.
Sign the 100% Cork Petition
Tell wineries and retailers you won't purchase wines with artificial stoppers.
"I pledge to buy only wine preserved with natural cork, and encourage my family, friends, and local retailers to do the same. I recognize that artificial plastic stoppers and aluminum screw caps consume fossil fuels, and use at least five times more energy per ton to produce. Cork is not only a better closure for wine; it is the only organic, biodegradable and renewable choice."
