Partnership advances education, collaboration, and the global adoption of regenerative viticulture
July 7, 2026 (Sonoma, CA) — The Donum Estate, a leader in regeneratively farmed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Northern California, announced a partnership with the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation (RVF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the adoption of regenerative viticulture through education, collaboration, and practical implementation.
Rooted in a shared belief that regenerative viticulture benefits not only the environment but also the resulting wine and long-term health of the wine industry, the partnership will support knowledge-sharing, industry education, research, and the continued advancement of regenerative farming practices across global wine regions.
“At Donum, we believe regenerative farming is one of the most important investments we can make in the future of wine,” said Angelica de Vere Mabray, Chief Executive Officer of The Donum Estate. “Our partnership with the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation reflects our commitment to sharing knowledge, supporting innovation, and helping make regenerative viticulture more accessible, practical, and impactful for growers around the world.”
Founded by Stephen Cronk, owner of Mirabeau Wine, the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation works with growers, researchers, retailers, and industry leaders to accelerate the transition to regenerative farming while demonstrating both its environmental and business benefits.
“We are thrilled to partner with The Donum Estate, whose leadership and commitment to regenerative agriculture make them an important voice within the global wine community,” said Stephen Cronk, Founder of the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation. “By working together, we can help accelerate the adoption of regenerative viticulture, connect growers with practical tools and shared learnings, and contribute to a stronger future for wine regions around the world.”
The partnership builds on Donum’s ongoing collaboration with RVF. At the beginning of 2026, Donum’s Head of Winegrowing, Tony Chapman, was selected to lead the Foundation’s Sonoma One Block Challenge—a program designed to support producers in transitioning their vineyards to regenerative farming practices through proven, actionable strategies.
The program commenced with a field day at the Estate in Sonoma, where over fifty wine producers joined Tony and RVF representatives Caine Thompson, Jennifer Becker and Courtney Carroll for a vineyard tour, presentation, and panel discussion on the impact of regenerative farming.
“Regenerative viticulture is ultimately about learning from one another and continuously improving how we farm,” said Tony Chapman, Head of Winegrowing at The Donum Estate. “Through this partnership, we look forward to contributing to industry-wide conversations, sharing our experiences, and helping advance research and practical solutions that benefit growers and vineyards globally.”
Donum and RVF will collaborate on a range of initiatives centered on three strategic priorities: advancing industry research, showcasing global impact and market demand, and driving thought leadership.
Donum will support RVF through participation in technical support working groups, retailer workshops, trade tastings, and industry events, including Sustainability in Drinks, Wine Paris, and the London Wine Fair.
About Regenerative Viticulture Foundation
The Regenerative Viticulture Foundation (RVF) is a global non-profit organisation dedicated to accelerating the transition to regenerative viticulture. Through science-based research, practical tools, education and a growing international community of growers, researchers and industry leaders, the Foundation supports vineyards in adopting regenerative practices that restore soil health, enhance biodiversity and build resilience to climate change. The RVF’s ambition is to see 10% of the world’s vineyards farmed regeneratively by 2035, helping secure a thriving future for vineyards, growers and the planet.
Alongside its work with growers, the Foundation is helping strengthen market demand for regenerative wines by working with retailers, brands and industry partners to improve understanding, visibility and consumer engagement. Through initiatives including the One Block Challenge™, the RV Toolkit, the Regenerative Vineyard Network and collaborative industry programmes, the RVF is connecting the entire wine value chain to accelerate the transition to regenerative viticulture.
The Regenerative Viticulture Foundation is a UK registered charity. Learn more at https://www.regenerativeviticulture.org.
About The Donum Estate
Founded in 2001, Donum’s terroir-driven wines reflect the energy and complexity of some of the most celebrated regions in Northern California, including the Russian River Valley, Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the West Sonoma Coast. Donum was one of the first wineries in Sonoma County to achieve Regenerative Organic Certified® status for all of its estate vineyards and is certified by the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) association. Donum farms for balanced yields using regenerative organic farming practices, cultivating a thriving environment in which the vines can flourish.
Located in the acclaimed wine region of Carneros, nestled between Napa and Sonoma Counties, the Donum Estate includes an innovative winemaking facility, a serene guest experience, an organic farm, and one of the largest publicly accessible private sculpture collections in the world. At the intersection of fine wine, sustainable farming, and contemporary art, Donum connects a global community that has made it an international destination.
The Donum Collection®
The Donum Collection brings together a diverse group of artists from around the world, with many works commissioned in response to the landscape. Developed through long-term collaboration, the collection continues to evolve and has become one of the largest publicly accessible private sculpture collections in the world. Nearly 70 monumental installations are placed throughout the Estate in Sonoma, where art, land, and wine are experienced as part of a single, integrated environment.
Learn more at https://www.thedonumestate.com/art
