A leading sustainable winery in Alexander Valley, California, is making major strides once again after announcing a crucial energy switch. Per a report by Wine Industry Advisor, Skipstone has just gone 100% solar.
Thanks to SolarCraft, a leader in solar energy in Sonoma, Napa, and Marin counties, Skipstone fully runs on solar power.
Based in Sonoma County, Skipstone is a winery that focuses on Bordeaux varieties. The vineyard has been committed to becoming a sustainability leader in the region. In 2008, Skipstone was certified organic by the California Certified Organic Farmers, and in 2018, it was certified sustainable.
The switch to solar energy comes at a time when Skipstone is working toward a LEED Platinum certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) for its new winery, expected to be completed in summer 2025.
Now that Skipstone is 100% solar, the winery’s new clean energy setup is…
