At Tamburlaine Organic Wines, sustainability is at the core of our operations, from our organic vineyards to our eco-conscious packaging choices. In the wine industry, packaging is critical for ensuring product safety during transport, but it often carries a significant environmental cost. A single pallet of wine requires approximately 75 metres of plastic film for secure wrapping. With our annual production of around 2,000 pallets, equivalent to 128,000 cases, this results in 150,000 metres, or 150 kilometres, of plastic wrap each year. To provide perspective, this is sufficient plastic to stretch from Sydney to Newcastle.
To address this challenge, Tamburlaine Organic Wines has adopted Great Wrap, a compostable alternative to traditional plastic wrap. By transitioning to this innovative solution, we are eliminating our reliance on conventional plastic film, significantly reducing our environmental footprint. Great Wrap offers the same durability and functionality as traditional wrap but decomposes naturally, aligning perfectly with our commitment to sustainable practices and organic principles.
This shift to Great Wrap is more than a reduction in waste; it reflects Tamburlaine’s dedication to meeting the growing demand for environmentally responsible practices in the wine industry. Today’s consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their purchases, and they value businesses that prioritise sustainability. By integrating compostable wrap into our operations, we not only protect the planet but also reinforce our promise to deliver exceptional organic wines that reflect our environmental stewardship.
Our adoption of Great Wrap is a significant step toward a future where enjoying a glass of Tamburlaine wine has minimal environmental impact. By rethinking our packaging and transport processes, we are reducing waste, conserving natural resources, and continuing to craft high-quality organic wines for generations to come. At Tamburlaine Organic Wines, we are proud to lead the way in sustainable winemaking, one pallet at a time.
Tamburlaine was established in 1966. In 1985, the Hunter winery was purchased by a small group of friends and relatives led by Managing Director, Head of Grape and Wine Production, Mark Davidson. Mark has built his long-term winemaking philosophy around Contemporary Organic practices in the vineyard and the winery. Through years of research and development, we have become one of Australia’s largest producers of organic wines with vineyards in the Hunter Valley and Orange region.
Named after Christopher Marlowe's famous play and character ‘Tamburlaine the Great’, we work to lead the way with our Contemporary Organics vision, successfully producing award-winning organic, vegan-friendly, low sulphur and no added sulphur wines.