Sustainability
Since ancient times, glass has been the vessel of choice for the finest wines— protecting flavor, resisting oxygen, and offering a premium feel in the hand.
Made entirely from natural materials like sand, limestone, and soda ash, glass is as pure as it is enduring. And in today’s world, its greatest strength may be this: glass can be melted and reborn endlessly, without ever losing quality.
Infinitely Recyclable
Every Encore bottle begins with recycled cullet: glass given new life in the furnace, conserving natural resources like sand and stone with every batch.
When your bottle is recycled, it’s not the end of its story. It’s simply ready to begin again— an “Encore” performance, as seamless and enduring as the glass itself.
Featherweight
Big Impact, Light Weight
Our Featherweight line starts at just 400g per 750 mL bottle— around 16% lighter than the U.S. standard.
Using less glass demands less energy in the furnace and lighter loads in transit, reducing both carbon emissions and freight costs without compromising quality.
Efficiency in Every Mile
Direct-to-customer routes
Direct-to-customer delivery for 65% of our bottles eliminates warehouse stops, cutting energy use and carbon output.
Optimized Load Efficiency
By consistently achieving 95%+ trailer capacity, we’ve reduced the number of partially filled trucks on the road.
Smarter Warehouse Design
An optimized layout decreased forklift travel by 18%, improving efficiency and reducing fuel consumption.
Certified for Environmental Excellence
Our manufacturing facility holds ISO 14001:2015 certification, reflecting our commitment to sustainable operations.
Recycling Starts Here
At Encore HQ, we baled over 400 tons of cardboard, pallets, plastic film, and glass cullet last year— materials that once went to landfill now flow back into new products.
On-site recycling, a paper-free office, and flexible remote work all contribute to reduced emissions and smarter operations.
Our Environmental Approach
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Reduce raw materials through thoughtful glass design.
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Extend the life of every material through reuse and recycling.
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Minimize miles by optimizing every route.
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Track our impact transparently— and improve continuously.
Lift a Lighter Bottle with Us
Glass is the largest contributor to wine’s carbon footprint
Our Featherweight Collection is how we change— without compromising what matters. Encore unites the tradition of glass with the importance of sustainability.