Our Promise to You

Sustainable Wines, Transparent Sourcing, Diverse Voices

At Esquina Wine Shop, our promise goes beyond offering exceptional wines. As a female-owned business in San Diego, we're committed to creating a more sustainable, inclusive wine industry through every aspect of our operation.

Sustainable Packaging that Makes a Difference

We carefully curate wines that prioritize environmental responsibility through innovative packaging solutions:

- Lightweight Bottles: We seek out wines using bottles under 500 grams, requiring less energy to produce and transport
- Boxed Wines: Modern, high-quality wines in box format that stay fresh longer while reducing packaging waste by up to 85%
- Canned Wines: Convenient, recyclable, and with a significantly lower carbon footprint than traditional glass
- Bag Formats: Innovative wine bags that minimize packaging while maintaining quality
- Eco-Friendly Closures: Wines using natural cork, recyclable screw caps, or innovative sustainable closures

Every packaging choice matters—from eliminating unnecessary foil capsules to using recycled label paper. These thoughtful details add up to a significant reduction in environmental impact.

Supporting Diverse Winemakers

We believe the best wines come from diverse perspectives. That's why we prioritize selections from:

- Female winemakers breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated industry
- BIPOC-owned or managed vineyards bringing fresh viewpoints to winemaking
- LGBTQ+ producers contributing their unique voices to wine culture
- Independent, small-production wineries focused on quality over quantity

These winemakers aren't just creating exceptional products—they're reshaping the future of wine with their innovative approaches and authentic expressions.

Transparent Winemaking Practices

We favor wines produced with minimal intervention and maximum transparency:

- Sustainable farming methods that protect soil health and biodiversity
- Regenerative, organic, and biodynamic practices where possible
- Low-intervention production that allows the true character of the grapes to shine
- Clear information about what goes into each bottle

When you shop with Esquina, you can trust that we've done the research to bring you wines that align with your values.

Community Impact

With every Esquina purchase, you're supporting:

- Tree San Diego: A portion of all sales contributes to vital eco-benefits through tree planting and canopy expansion in our community
- Local Organizations: Throughout the year, we support diverse San Diego initiatives focused on environmental and social causes
- Regional Economy: By featuring wines from San Diego County and Baja California, we strengthen our local wine community

Our Guarantee

We stand behind every wine we sell. If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, please contact us, and we'll make it right.

Shopping for wine should feel good—from the experience of discovery to the knowledge that your purchase makes a positive impact. That's our promise to you.