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Wine Critics Speak Out Against Heavy Bottles

Filed under: Wine, Green

Typically when I choose a bottle of wine it is based on its varietal, winery or, on occasion, a fantastic label I can't pass up. But I haven't noticed the particular weight differences between the glass bottles. Apparently, some wine makers are using bottles with excess weight which isn't as environmentally friendly compared to those bottles whose weights are much less. Plus the added weight is costly and those costs are passed onto the consumer. If you feel passionate about being green, join a couple of wine critics who are ousting the irresponsible with their 'name and shame' list of the heaviest offenders.

Tags: bottle-weight, Jancis-Robinson, Oz-Clarke, wine-bottles