In this Great Wine Capitals webinar, experts shared how they implemented best sustainable practices in their wineries and how they communicate these efforts to their visitors. All speakers have been recognized with a Best Of Wine Tourism award in the “Sustainable Wine Tourism” category and bring valuable insights on how to provide guests with an exceptional experience while contributing to a more sustainable world.
- Victoria GONZALEZ GORDON, Bodegas Beronia in La Rioja (Spain)
- Mariana CASTRO, Six Senses, Douro Valley (Portugal)
- Alejandra GIL POSLEMAN, Rosell Boher Lodge, Mendoza (Argentina)
- Carlos OCAMPO, Matetic Winery, Casablanca Valley (Chile)
The Speakers
 Carlos Ocampo |
 Alejandra Gil Posleman |
 Mariana Castro |
 Victoria González Gordon |
Victoria González Gordon, a member of the 5th generation of the González family, joined González Byass in 2004, where she led the International Marketing Department. She is now Chief Sustainability Officer of the group, responsible for directing the sustainability practices of this Family of Wine.
Mariana Castro is from Lisbon. She studied hotel management at Les Roches University in Marbella. Since March 2022 Mariana is part of the sustainability team at the Six Senses Douro Valley hotel, where sustainability, together with well-being are the two main pillars of the brand.
Alejandra Gil Posleman is the general manager of the Rosell Boher Lodge. She is also an English teacher and sommelier.
Carlos Ocampo is the Commercial Manager of the Tourism Area of Viña Matetic in Casablanca, Chile. This project started in 1999 when Jorge Matetic Hartard began planting vineyards in this area of granitic soils and influence from the Pacific Ocean. Their aim is to produce high quality wines that express the terroir at its best in balance with the environment.
The moderator: Tom Perry
Born in the United States, Tom has long resided in Logroño, Spain. As a strategic and tactical marketing consultant, he specializes in the wine industry both domestically and internationally. Additionally, he lectures in wine education programs and frequently speaks at drinks industry events. His blog, Inside Rioja, covers the latest happenings in the Rioja wine district.
Watch the replay
Date of the webinar: December 14th, 2022 at 4:00 PM CET.