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In episode twenty-three of the Napa Valley Insider Podcast, Andrew sits down with Ian Dooley, Business Development & Accounts lead at Free Flow Wines, who champions sustainable wine packaging through reusable keg systems. Ian’s expertise in sustainable practices and innovative packaging solutions offers a compelling look at how Napa wineries can reduce their environmental impact without sacrificing quality or consumer experience.

Episode Highlights:

• Reducing Carbon Emissions Through Reusable Kegs: Ian explains how Free Flow Wines’ stainless-steel kegs cut down on packaging waste, providing a zero-waste solution for wineries.
• The Real Impact of Greenwashing: Learn how genuine sustainability practices differ from greenwashed claims, and discover why recyclable packaging is often not as eco-friendly as it seems.
• Optimizing Hospitality Programs: Ian shares how wineries can utilize kegged wine for by-the-glass programs to reduce waste and preserve wine quality over time.

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