EQUALITAS – wine sector

Equalitas Certification – Sustainable Wine

The Equalitas scheme is a voluntary, certifiable standard designed to promote a shared and practical vision of sustainability in the wine sector, encompassing environmental, social, and economic dimensions.

Equalitas applies to the entire wine supply chain — from grape growers to processors and bottlers — and offers certification at three levels:

Company: organizational and management sustainability
Product: grapes, must, and wine
Territory: impact and relationships with the environment and local communities

The Pillars of Equalitas Sustainability

Equalitas defines measurable requirements and indicators across three key areas:

Environmental:
- Carbon footprint
- Water footprint
- Biodiversity (soil, air, water)
Social:
- Workers’ rights and well-being
- Training and equal opportunities
- Engagement with local communities
Economic:
- Fair compensation and sustainable investments
- Transparent relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
- Management control and continuous improvement

Best Practices and Transparency

The standard encourages the adoption of sustainable practices in agriculture, winemaking, and communication, including:

Responsible soil and resource management
Elimination of hazardous pesticides
Verified communication policies and sustainability reporting
Declaration of conformity for the use of the “Sustainable Winery” label

Equalitas certification is issued by accredited third-party bodies like Cosmocert together with Bioagricert, both part of the FoodChain ID Group, ensuring credibility and recognition for consumers and stakeholders alike.

Why join the Equalitas scheme?

With Equalitas, your company can: