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Living Vineyards Tour: A Regenerative Journey Across Europe

Italy/Spain/Portugal/United Kingdom/France/Germany/Austria

The Porto Protocol

This November, the international community Living Vineyards Collaborative Network – a coalition of growers, scientists, and experts dedicated to transforming vineyards into living, resilient ecosystems – is moving from ideas to action.

As part of a joint initiative by The Porto Protocol, Paicines Ranch, and The No Regrets Initiative, the Living Vineyards Tour will take place across Europe, putting the principles of biodiversity and ecosystem restoration directly into practice – in the vineyards themselves.

The Porto Protocol

Throughout November, Cristina Crava (The Porto Protocol) and Kelly Mulville (Paicines Ranch) will travel through seven European countries. Together with local members of the network, they will host twelve hands-on workshops focused on implementing practical solutions that help vineyards thrive in harmony with nature and maintain ecological balance.

Key participants and experts:

  • Kelly Mulville (Paicines Ranch, USA) – one of the pioneers of regenerative viticulture.
  • Cristina Crava (The Porto Protocol, Portugal) – coordinator of sustainable wine initiatives and international environmental projects.
  • Adrian Bridge (The Fladgate Partnership, member of The Porto Protocol) – recognized for his leadership in developing climate solutions for the wine industry.
  • Muriel Chatel (Sustainable Wine Solutions, UK) – expert in implementing circular economy practices in wine production.
  • Etienne Neethling (Bordeaux Sciences Agro, France) – researcher exploring the interaction between climate and viticulture.
  • Jamie Goode (UK) – one of the world’s most respected and influential wine writers and critics, joining as a special guest.

Seven countries. Twelve workshops. One shared goal – shaping the regenerative future of winemaking.

From soil management to the creation of biodiversity corridors – ecological zones that connect vineyards with surrounding natural habitats and support a diversity of species – each stage of the tour will serve as a platform for sharing knowledge, experience, and practices aimed at building sustainable and harmonious vineyard landscapes.

Producers, experts, and everyone interested in the regenerative approach are invited to follow the events and join the discussion online via #LivingVineyardsTour.

Tour Schedule

Italy

  • November 6–7, 2025 – Piedmont (Vini Ragerra)
  • November 10, 2025 – Tuscany (San Polino)

Spain

  • November 12, 2025 – Penedès
  • November 13, 2025 – Priorat

Portugal

  • November 14, 2025 – Alentejo (Tapada de Coelheiros)
  • November 17, 2025 – Tejo (Quinta do Sampayo)

United Kingdom

  • November 19, 2025 – The Vineyard and Winery Show
  • November 20, 2025 – Silverhand Estate

France

  • November 21, 2025 – Bordeaux (Bordeaux Sciences Agro)

Germany

  • November 26, 2025 – Mosel (Staffelter Hof). (Registration via organizer’s website)

Austria

  • November 29, 2025 – Langenlois (Fred Loimer). (Registration: info@portoportocol.com)
  • December 1, 2025 – (respekt – BIODYN). (Closed workshop – by invitation only)

Additional Information

  • The tour includes field workshops and round tables focused on real-life solutions for vineyard ecosystem restoration.
  • Some sessions are closed events (by invitation only).
  • To participate, please contact local organizers or write to info@portoportocol.com (for Austrian events).
  • Follow updates on social media via #LivingVineyardsTour.

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