Afternoon Brief, March 7

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Friday, March 07
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Why Wine Service Sucks Right Now (but Doesn’t Have to)
There’s been a ton of chatter lately about how wine service, especially in NYC, is kind of a mess right now. And honestly? It can suck, with subpar hospitality and stodgy, outdated attitudes. But there are still some gems out there with top-tier service…
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Bubbling Up: US Vintners Find Success in Fizz as Consumers Look Beyond the Expected
Sales of Champagne declined an alarming 9.2% last year, with exports dropping 10.8% overall, according to Comit? Champagne. The last time demand was this low was 2002, following economic turmoil and the 9/11 terrorist attacks. But U.S. sales of Prosecco (in 2024, especially) were phenomenal…
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Today’s News
Legal Battle Continues Between Tuck Beckstoffer, Napa Valley Winery He Founded (Paywall)
Tuck Beckstoffer, founder of Napa Valley’s Amulet Estate winery, is embroiled in a legal dispute over alleged fraud and misuse of company funds. Beckstoffer has filed multiple lawsuits contesting the foreclosure of his ownership interest…
International Women’s Day: Winemakers in US reflect on the Industry
To mark International Women’s Day on 8 March, Decanter speaks with winemakers on the US West Coast about the progress they’ve seen and challenges that remain in the industry as the world celebrates the the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women…
Trump Again Gives Canada, Mexico Tariffs Reprieve
Local Vintners Test Autonomous Wildfire Suppression System (Paywall)
Ancient Peaks Winery Delivers $50,000 Donation to Dream Big Darling
La Chertosa Wines Partners with Sonoma International Film Festival
Wine Conversations Highlights Innovations in Closures and Wine’s Bright Spots
Vina Robles Launches “Sunday Funday” Signature Music Series Live DJs, Wine & Food Pairings
Small California Winemakers Feel Impact of Trump’s Planned Tariffs
Washington Winegrowers Association Announces Leadership Transition
Piper-Heidsieck Returns as the Official Champagne of the Miami Open
Could the UK Regain Its Position as Champagne’s Largest Export Market?
Auction Offers Rare Wines from Martine Saunier’s Cellar
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Industry Events
Groundwork: A Vineyard Floor Management Summit
March 10 – 11 – Princeton, NJ
Empowerment & Resources in Times of Change: A Discussion and Celebration
March 11 – Paso Robles, CA
Growing Forward: Insights on Migrant Labor and Immigration Compliance
March 12 – Webinar
Tailgate | Grazing as a Sustainable Practice for Vineyards
March 12 – Los Olivos, CA
Sonoma County Vintners Pour + Explore: Pinot Noirs
March 13 – Windsor, CA
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Top Stories of the Week
Falling Stars: Constellation Brands’ Potential Exit Increases Wine Industry Uncertainty
Federal Judge on Napa Wine Fight: ‘Why Should I Get Involved?’
This Will Be the Year of California Winery Closures
Arista Winery Owners Sell Sonoma Estate Vineyard and Winery, Retain Brand
New WSU Study Shows How Scarcity Pricing Helps ‘Cult Wineries’ Drive Demand
The Power of Two: When a Regional Media Powerhouse Supports Its Local Wine Industry, It’s a Win-Win
Wine Labeling Up in the Air
Peter Sichel, Acclaimed Vintner, Spy and Wine Spectator Distinguished Service Award Winner, Dies at 102
Trump and Tariffs: How Might Trade Tensions Affect Beverage Alcohol?
Looking for New Places to Sell Your Wines? Consider These Options
US Tariffs May Wipe €1bn Off Italian Wine Exports
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Drops More Wine Grape Acreage in Washington State
Arizona’s Out-of-State Wine Restrictions Don’t Discriminate, Ninth Circuit Says
China Busts $137M Wine and Spirits Smuggling Ring in Zhuhai
Spanish Winery Discovers Breakthrough in Carbon Capture
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Amulet Estate, Ancient Peaks Winery, Birichino Vineyards, Calligraphy Wines, Dalla Valle Vineyards, G3 Enterprises, La Chertosa Wines, Piper-Heidsieck, Tuck Beckstoffer, Vina Robles, Washington Winegrowers Association

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