Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Four Gates Vineyard

By CommonShare

Founded thirty three years ago by Benyamin Cantz, Four Gates Vineyard is a renowned kosher winery nestled in the picturesque Santa Cruz Mountain wine growing region of California. Specializing in estate bottled wines made from organically grown grapes, Four Gates is known for its Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Franc varietals. What sets Four Gates apart is its small scale operation, with Cantz personally overseeing every aspect of the winemaking process, from grape cultivation to bottling.

Despite being one of the smallest kosher wineries in the country, Four Gates has garnered a loyal following of wine enthusiasts who appreciate the meticulous attention to detail and unique qualities of its wines. The Chardonnay, aged in American oak barrels, offers a full-bodied white wine experience that pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes. The Merlot, a substantial red wine, is a favorite for holiday celebrations and special occasions. Four Gates' commitment to quality, organic farming practices, and estate bottling sets it apart in the competitive wine industry.

With a focus on creating wines for Shabbos and Yom Tov, Four Gates Vineyard embodies a mission of producing exceptional wines that elevate moments of celebration and sanctification. Cantz's dedication to organic farming and hands-on winemaking techniques has led to notable achievements in producing high-quality, flavorful wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Santa Cruz Mountain region. As Four Gates looks towards the future, its strategic direction includes continued innovation in winemaking techniques and expanding its reach to a wider audience of wine connoisseurs who appreciate artisanal, small-batch wines.

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Traceability

An increasingly important factor in global supply chains, traceability assesses the manufacturer's capability to track products and materials from origin to delivery. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® explores this through the lens of tiered supplier verification, culminating in end-to-end traceability with real-time monitoring and complete transparency.

Digitized Products

The digital landscape has transformed B2B interactions. This facet assesses the extent to which manufacturers have digitized their product offerings. The spectrum ranges from manufacturers without any online product catalog to those boasting advanced B2B e-commerce platforms, providing clients with order customization, real-time tracking, and an integrated view of the supply chain.

Preferred Materials

This aspect gauges the extent to which manufacturers incorporate sustainable, circular, and regenerative materials in their supply chain. It assesses whether companies merely use standard materials or whether they actively prioritize sustainable and preferred materials in their product range, even going so far as to offer digital verification of material certificates.

Facility Verification and Services

This dimension evaluates the openness and commitment of manufacturers regarding their facility's conditions and services. It covers a spectrum, from providing no facility details at all to showcasing comprehensive third-party audits, ensuring transparency in worker welfare and showcasing a clear commitment to maintaining top-tier facility services.

Readiness to Contract

Before entering a partnership, it's pivotal to understand a manufacturer's business legitimacy. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® checks for the presence and verification of essential documents, ranging from basic business licenses to comprehensive documentation, client testimonials, and even third-party attestations that verify a manufacturer's reliability and readiness to contract.

Four Gates Vineyard

United States

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How our Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark® Works?

By CommonShare

The Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark is a comprehensive framework designed to evaluate and rate manufacturers based on their commitment to sustainability, digital integration, readiness for contracting, material sourcing, and facility standards. It provides a clear, standardized metric for assessing manufacturers in a B2B environment, helping businesses make informed decisions aligned with their sustainability objectives. The benchmark covers crucial areas like end-to-end traceability, the digital verification of supply tiers, utilization of preferred materials, and verified social audits for facilities. By incorporating both depth and granularity across its criteria, the benchmark not only promotes transparency but also encourages continuous improvement in responsible manufacturing practices.