Porto Protocol Releases Global Report on Water in Winemaking
Porto Protocol has presented a major new report, Saving Every Drop in Wine: Global Insights & Solutions on Water Usage from the Porto Protocol Community, dedicated to one of the most critical issues facing the modern wine industry – water and its role in the context of climate change.
In his introductory remarks, Porto Protocol CEO and Mentor Adrian Bridge emphasizes the fundamental importance of water for viticulture:
“Water has always been a defining resource in winegrowing. Long before climate change became a global concern, wine regions were shaped by how they understood and adapted to water availability. Today, as climate pressures intensify across every wine region, water has become the most pressing issue facing our industry. It influences vineyard viability, wine quality, and the long-term resilience of wine regions worldwide.”
The 200+ page report brings together scientific research, practical winery experience, and real-world solutions for effective water management in winemaking – from vineyards to wineries.
A dedicated section, Water Solutions, features practical case studies from leading wine companies and estates implementing innovative approaches to water use. Among the contributors are Wine Travel Awards nominees presented under the patronage of Porto Protocol: The Vineyards at Dodon and Paicines Ranch; as well as González Byass, whose iconic Sherry producer Tío Pepe in Jerez de la Frontera – offering immersive wine tourism experiences, cultural events, and historic cellar tours – became a Wine Travel Awards winner in the Must Visit category; The Fladgate Partnership – founder of Porto Protocol and WOW.
The report is now publicly available and may serve as a practical tool for the global wine community in finding solutions for sustainable water management and adaptation to climate challenges.
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