Afternoon Brief, February 5

Wednesday, February 05
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Tariff Whiplash Hits Wine Hard
For now, tariffs are in a holding pattern for some countries, and multiple countries and industries – including wine, beer and spirits, which alone are responsible for several hundred billions of dollars in economic activity – wait until the United States’ mercurial leader decides what’s next…
 
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Dispelling Myths About Wine and Health: Turning The Tables on Tony Edwards
Edwards describes himself as a “medical research journalist,” as he enjoys looking into published medical studies to check that the health advice doled out by the authorities corresponds to the actual medical data. It often doesn’t — particularly on the topic of alcohol…
 
Today’s News
 
55% Increase in French Winery Bankruptcies
For visitors to Vinexpo, the news that 211 French wineries went bust last year might not raise much of an eyebrow. After all, France has approximately 27,000 enterprises of this kind, and nearly 26,800 apparently remained financially intact. However, the 2024 figure was 55% higher than 2023’s 136…
New Wine Science and Viticulture Certificate Program Now Available Online
A brand new Viticulture and Wine Science Certificate Program is now open for enrollment, offering a unique opportunity for individuals interested in mastering the science behind grapevine cultivation and winemaking…
Two Historic and Iconic Napa Valley Wineries Join Forces to Champion Regenerative Organic Farming Through Their Re-Generation Cabernet Sauvignon
Fred Rosen, Visionary CEO of Sam’s Wines & Spirits and Retail Liquor Pioneer, Passes Away
Apothic Wines and Chef Olivia Tiedemann Invite Fans to Enter for a Chance to Win an Exclusive Pop-Up Test Kitchen Experience to Elevate Their Signature Recipes
This SF Wine Bar Pays Homage to a Country That Outlaws Alcohol
78% Support Wine in Grocery Stores as Liquor Shops Push Back
‘Quick and Convenient’ PA Bill Could Change Beer, Wine Delivery Services
The Growth of NOLO in France – an Opportunity for Winegrowers?
New Glass Tax Leaves UK Drinks Trade in Confusion
Champagne’s Secret to Consistency and Complexity
Peter Babich Pioneering Leader of New Zealand Wine Dies
Year of the Snake Bites for China Wine
 
Blogs
 
How the Deck Got Stacked Against American Winegrowers
Pour the Love
Devil’s Advocate: Life Is Not Too Short to Drink Not Bad Wine
Consume with Confidence
Breaking Bordeaux: Marketing Wine to a New Generation
 
Wine Industry Careers
 
Lead Technician
Fruition Sciences – Napa, CA
Chief Financial Officer
Winery – Healdsburg, CA
Vice President Global Sales
Recruiting Associates Network – USA
More Wine Industry Jobs
 
People
 
Austin Hope, Hope Family Wines
Five Minutes with Stephen Duckett, Hundred Hills Winery
Consultant Viticulturist – Cameron Roucher
Marc Kent on Winemaking: ‘You Make It in Your Head First’
Angus Barnes Steps Down as WCA Executive Chair
 
Supplier News
 
Profit Under Pressure: Cutting Utility Costs While Boosting Compliance
Streamline Your Winery with Mobile Equipment Services
Case Study: Wine Bottle Manufacturer Saves More Than $161,000 on Compressed Air with New Blower System
Revolutionizing Wine Product Photography: BottleShots.ai Is Officially Launched by Left Coast Marketing & Design
More Supplier News
 
Vineyard & Winery
 
Trestle Thirty One Winery Celebrates Tenth Anniversary
Rockin’ the Block
Libby Wines Introduces Duo of Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wines
Aperture Brings Its World-Class Bordeaux Varietals to Nashville with Exclusive Lipman Brothers Partnership
Should Australia and NZ Wines Be Marketed Together?

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