Sustainability in Drinks to Lead SustainabilityConversations at Wine Paris 2026

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Sustainability in Drinks proudly announces its prominent presence at this year’s Wine Paris, where it will act as a central hub for sustainability dialogue within the drinks industry. Taking residence in Hall 7.1 at Stand G231, Sustainability in Drinks and its partners are set to foster meaningful conversations, share actionable insights, and inspire positive changes for visitors throughout the exhibition.

Building on its successful track record of hosting influential conferences in London for the past two years—and with momentum already building for the 2026 edition – Sustainability in Drinks is known for uniting industry leaders and passionate voices to shape a more sustainable future. At Wine Paris, attendees can look forward to a rich program of practical workshops held at the stand, as well as daily expert talks at the show’s Academy, all designed to provide real-world solutions and spark collaboration.

Sustainability in Drinks’ stand will also showcase three esteemed organisations with

which it collaborates closely:

• International Wineries for Climate Action: Representatives will discuss innovative strategies for decarbonisation and pathways to achieve net zero, highlighting the industry’s proactive steps toward climate responsibility.

• Porto Protocol: Drawing from a global network of dedicated professionals, Porto Protocol will offer expertise and real-life case studies demonstrating how collective action can drive sustainability in the drinks sector.

• The Regenerative Viticulture Foundation: Showcasing the tangible benefits of prioritising biodiversity and soil health in vineyards, the foundation will share groundbreaking results and sustainable practices that are transforming viticulture.

Across all three days of Wine Paris, key figures from all four organisations will be present at Stand G231 in Hall 7.1, eager to engage with winemakers, drinks professionals, and visitors. Their shared aim: to encourage the adoption of sustainable practices and to provide practical guidance for integrating sustainability at every level of the drinks industry.

Each day there will be sessions on stand 7.1 G231 at 10.30am and 2.30pm, and an Academy talk in “Conferences 7.1” Room 4 at 11.30am.

Each morning (10.30-11:00 am) there will be interactive half-hour events with retailers and producers. Leading buyers will give insights into their developments in sustainability – look out for buyers from leading retailers Richard Wine & Spirits (Monday), The Wine Society (Tuesday) and Systembolaget (Wednesday).  At 14:30 each day there will be deep dives into sustainability topics. On Monday leading wine producers from around the world will be available to talk about carbon emission reduction. Sustainability experts from leading French producers Château Tours de Termes, Château Troplong Mondot and Champagne Piper Heidsieck will be talking about their progress.

On Tuesday we will be holding an open collaboration session with a range of different sustainability experts and organisations. Come armed with all your questions and we will work together to provide guidance and expertise. On Wednesday The Porto Protocol and the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation will host a session on Biodiversity and Soil Health. 

In addition, IWCA, Porto Protocol and the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation will host Academy sessions each day at 11.30am in the "CONFERENCES" ; room in Hall 7.1.

On Monday 9 th , Regenerative Viticulture Foundation will host a panel on Regenerative Viticulture with Marcus Ihre (Systembolaget), Caine Thompson (Trustee of the RVF), Dom de Ville, (The Wine Society), Gary Smith, (MDCV UK) and Becky Sykes (Programme Director of the RVF), moderated by Anne Jones (Limestone & Jones). 

Tuesday 10 th February sees Porto Protocol bring together leading wine producers, Laura Catena (Catena Zapata), Maxime Chapoutier (Maison Chapoutier), Luis Constantino (Herdade dos Grous) and Professor Kees Van Leeuwen (Bordeaux Sciences Agro) to discuss water management in the face of climate change.

IWCA will host the final Academy Session on Wednesday the 11 th February with a session on the business advantages of carbon emission reduction. Sara Norrel, (Systembolaget), Mireia Torres (Familia Torres) and Ryan Johnson (Ridge Estate) will share their experiences on how emission reduction leads to reduced cost savings and improved performance. Moderated by Charlotte Hey, executive director, IWCA.

This collaboration has been supported by Amorim Cork and Systembolaget.

Join the movement

IWCA actively invites wineries interested in its mission to contact us. The organization is open to any wine company involved in the production process from winegrowing to bottling that believes in taking strategic action to accelerate innovative climate solutions. 

Visit www.iwcawine.org to learn how your winery can apply to join this organization. IWCA actively invites wineries interested in its mission to contact us. The organization is open to any wine company involved in the production process from winegrowing to bottling that believes in taking strategic action to accelerate innovative climate solutions.