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We’ve always been committed to crafting exceptional wines while minimising our impact on the environment. As part of this ongoing mission, we’ve recently partnered with PolyNatural, a pioneering biotechnology company, to use biodegradable clips in our vineyard. These clips play a critical role in vine training and support and they're in harmony with our goal to protect and nurture the land that gives life to our wines.

PolyNatural is a New Zealand-based company that works with nature to develop high-performance, bio-based, and biodegradable products. Their mission aligns perfectly with our values at Coal Pit — to reduce waste and embrace solutions that don’t harm the environment.

The beauty of PolyNatural’s approach lies in their use of natural, renewable materials to create products that are not only reliable but also environmentally friendly. The biodegradable clips used in our vineyard are crafted from these materials, which can be absorbed and metabolized by microorganisms in the soil. When the clips break down, they provide essential nutrients and energy to the ecosystem, creating a closed-loop lifecycle that helps sustain the natural world around us.

By using these innovative biodegradable clips, we’re taking another step toward a more sustainable future for both our vineyard and the wine industry at large. Traditional vineyard practices often rely on synthetic products that can linger in the environment for decades, contributing to waste and pollution. But with PolyNatural's biodegradable clips, we’re reducing that impact and ensuring that our vineyard continues to thrive without leaving behind harmful residues.

These clips are not only good for the environment, but they’re also engineered to perform just as well — if not better — than their conventional counterparts. This allows us to continue our precise vine management techniques, ensuring that every grapevine receives the care it needs to produce exceptional wines, all while being mindful of our ecological footprint.

This closed-loop system embodies the principle of sustainability — a system that doesn’t just minimize harm but improves the health of the land over time. It’s an approach that aligns with our ethos at Coal Pit, where we believe that every decision, from vine to bottle, should support the long-term health of the environment.

By integrating these biodegradable clips into our viticulture practices, Coal Pit is proud to be leading the way in sustainable vineyard management. PolyNatural is helping us reduce waste, preserve biodiversity, and ensure that our vineyard can continue to thrive for generations to come. This is just one of many initiatives we’re pursuing to ensure that sustainability remains at the core of our operations.

At Coal Pit we believe that great wine starts with great care for the land. With the support of innovative technology, we’re making sure that every bottle of Coal Pit wine is not just a reflection of the land, but a celebration of its future.