Lodi Ava
A Cornerstone for Old Vine Zinfandel
7 Deadly Wines are proud to be sourced from the acclaimed Lodi AVA. Located in California’s Central Valley, the mineral-rich, free-draining and sandy clay soil foster the growth and production of award-winning 7 Deadly Wines. Aside from producing high quality Zinfandel grapes, the warm days and cool nights of this Mediterranean-like climate are ideal for also producing a large quantity of Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc.
Certified Green
Sustainable Winegrowing
Among the most rigorous and comprehensive sustainable winemaking programs in the country is The Lodi Rules™ Certification. The 7 Deadly® portfolio is proud to bear this certification based on grower farming practices that benefit the environment, community and local economy.
Launched in 2005, Lodi Rules™ was California’s first 3rd party-certified sustainable winegrowing certification program. By 2014, over 20,000 acres were “Certified Green” in the Lodi appellation.
7 Deadly is honored to be one of the limited number of wines to don the
Lodi Rules™ Seal for Sustainable Winegrowing.
The Lodi Rules has over 100 sustainable vineyard
farming practices across six areas:
Water Management
Conserve water use for the vines’
water needs.
Integrated Pest
Management
Maintain a natural habitat for enemies of pests.
Human Resources
Comprehensive employee training for job safety, efficiency and advancement opportunities.
Air Quality Control
Minimize dust, reduce air pollution and
conserve energy.
Soil Fertility
Maximize soil nutrition for more concentrated fruit quality.
Land Stewardship
Preserve native plants and protect wildlife habitat.