Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - LaRocca Vineyards

By CommonShare

LaRocca Vineyards, a family-owned and operated winery based in Chico, California, is dedicated to crafting true organic wines from vine to bottle. Renowned for their commitment to producing fine wines without sulfites and chemical additives, LaRocca Vineyards offers a unique wine experience for enthusiasts seeking a more natural and pure tasting experience. Their collection includes a variety of handcrafted, organic wines such as Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel, Barbera, Rose, Sangiovese, and Syrah, each boasting distinct flavors and characteristics that cater to a wide range of palates.

With a focus on organic farming and sustainability, LaRocca Vineyards has carved out a niche in the wine industry as one of the pioneers in producing certified organic domestic sparkling wines with no sulfites added. Their wines are a live fermented food, enriched with active enzymes and beneficial flora, ensuring a truly authentic and wholesome product. LaRocca Vineyards' dedication to purity and perfection sets them apart, offering customers a chance to savor wines that are free from synthetic additives and preservatives.

Founded by Phillip LaRocca, the winery's core philosophy revolves around the belief that the quality of the grape is paramount in shaping the character of their wines. The company's mission is rooted in a deep respect for nature and a commitment to producing wines that reflect the true essence of the vineyards. LaRocca Vineyards' geographic presence extends to their tasting room located in the heart of Downtown Chico, where visitors can enjoy the beauty of their vineyards firsthand. As they continue to innovate and expand their offerings, LaRocca Vineyards remains dedicated to providing an unparalleled organic wine experience for their loyal customers and wine enthusiasts alike.

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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.

LaRocca Vineyards

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.