Liverpool Philharmonic is poised to transform into a low carbon drinks concert venue by replacing energy-intensive glass bottles with more sustainable packaging options, including Cantina Goccia’s paper wine bottles. This move aligns with Liverpool Philharmonic’s commitment to minimizing its environmental impact and reducing its carbon footprint.
In its pursuit of sustainability, the concert hall has already eliminated 95% of its carbon-heavy glass wine and spirits bottles. By the end of this year, all glass wine or spirits bottles will be eliminated entirely from the venue.
Danielle Youds, Head of Food and Beverage at Liverpool Philharmonic, stated, “Our food and beverage management team at Liverpool Philharmonic prides itself on being at the forefront of innovative ways to sell wine and drinks, especially if it reduces our carbon footprint. We have currently eradicated 95% of carbon-heavy glass wine and spirit bottles from our operation and anticipate being 100% glass-free before the end of the year. We are always keen to work with suppliers who prioritize their environmental impact and strive to improve their offering in a sustainable and responsible way. This season, we are very pleased to be offering wine in paper bottles from Cantina Goccia alongside other sustainable drinks producers in cans and bag-in-box.”
Switching from energy-intensive glass bottles to lighter and more sustainable alternatives, such as Cantina Goccia’s paper bottles, cans, and bag-in-box packaging, will help Liverpool Philharmonic reduce its carbon emissions. Glass bottles account for up to 40% of wine’s carbon footprint.
Liverpool Philharmonic plans to supply Cantina Goccia’s paper bottles, wine in boxes from Laylo, and wine in cans from The Uncommon and the Canned Wine Co.
Notably, Cantina Goccia introduced the world’s first commercially available paper wine bottle in June 2020. Created by Frugalpac, an innovative British sustainable packaging firm, the paper Frugal Bottle consists of 94% recycled paperboard. It is significantly lighter than glass and has a carbon footprint up to six times (84%) lower. Choosing the paper bottle means using less energy during production, transport, and disposal compared to traditional glass bottles.
Cantina Goccia’s range of paper wine bottles recently received recognition, including being showcased to the Queen in Bordeaux during a trade event celebrating the King and Queen’s visit to France. The award-winning Umbrian wine producer initially released a red wine in the paper bottle three years ago, which garnered immediate interest and global acclaim. Following its success, Cantina Goccia introduced a new trio of wines, which will be available for sale this season at Liverpool Philharmonic.
The new wines offered by Cantina Goccia include:
- Rosso – a well-balanced blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, delivering a spicy and plummy Umbrian red with beautiful red and black fruit
- Bianco – a delightful fresh Umbrian white wine that combines Vermentino minerality with honeyed fruit tones of Grechetto
- Rosato – a smooth and crisp Umbrian rosé wine, blending Pinot Nero with a hint of Cabernet Sauvignon, highlighted by strong notes of raspberries on the palate, perfect for the summer
The eye-catching new bottles, designed by award-winning designer Miguel de Almeida, feature depictions of the wildlife and local environment surrounding the Umbrian vineyard.
Ceri Parke, Co-owner of Cantina Goccia, expressed delight, stating, “We are delighted that our paper bottle wines will be gracing the bars of this iconic venue. Sustainability runs through everything we do at our Umbrian winery – from low intervention organic farming and sustainable wine production to our recyclable lightweight packaging. Reducing our carbon footprint is key to us, and we are proud to contribute to Liverpool Philharmonic’s goal of reducing its environmental impact. We look forward to working with them for many years.”
For more information, visit www.cantinagoccia.com.