Afternoon Brief, July 16

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Wednesday, July 16
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Lodi Grapegrowers Pray for Tariffs
While tariffs have wine importers running scared, growers in Lodi see them as a lifeline to save their vineyards…
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Today’s News
Wine Market Council Launches National Study and Webinar Series to Help the Wine Industry Break Down Consumer Barriers
The Wine Market Council (WMC), a membership-driven leader in advancing the U.S. wine market through research and insights, has launched a major new initiative to uncover and address the key barriers consumers face when purchasing wine…
Drink It in: The Growth of Global Wine Tourism
Vinotourism is the latest niche market to emerge as millennials and Gen Z seek to engage in immersive escapades while on vacation…
Family of Napa Chef Sues for ‘Hostile Takeover’ of His Restaurants
The estate of the late Michael Chiarello, who owned popular Napa Valley restaurant Bottega, has filed a lawsuit claiming assets have been illegally snatched from his legacy by former friends and investors…
World of Pinot Noir Ends Major Annual Event, for Now
Project Zin 2025 Celebrates 15th Anniversary of Community, Compassion, and Extraordinary Wine
Lewis Cellars Awards $275,000 to Napa County Nonprofits Through Its 2025 Community Grants Program
First Look at SommCon Conference & Beverage Expo 2025 Agenda Curated for On- and Off-Premise Buyers, Sommeliers, and Beverage Professionals
Smoke Taint Researchers Work to Develop Tools to Better Address and Mitigate the Effects of Smoke Taint
Washington State University’s V&E Department Earns Career Connect Washington Endorsement
Tasting Room Space Available at Columbia Gardens Wine and Artisan Village
Wine Enthusiast Expands Its Tasting Program Globally to Welcome Non-Imported Wines and Spirits
Ciatti Global Market Report, July 2025
Winegrowing at 700 Metres Above Sea Level: Italy’s Extreme Viticulture Event Shows Off New Tech
Ireland Defers Alcohol Labelling Plans Until 2029
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Blogs
New Jersey Jumps into the Wine Distributor Protection Racket
A Look Back: Favorite Recipes of California Winemakers
How Do You Fight Misinformation?
Losing Friend in John Concannon
Greg Sherwood MW: A Fine Wine Weekend in Belgium
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Wine Industry Careers
Account Manager (Sales)
Rack & Riddle – Geyserville, CA
Tasting Room Manager
Eco Terreno Wines – San Francisco, CA
Bottling Assistant Production Manager
Monterey Wine Company – King City, CA
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LucidWild Estate Unveils Leadership Team Ahead of Late July Opening
Brother-Sister Duo Takes on East Texas Wine Industry
Naples Winter Wine Festival Names 2026 Honored Vintners
Diageo CEO Debra Crew Steps Down
Wine Characters: Joel Wright, Chateau Ste. Michelle
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WIN Marketplace
Custom Crush + AP Space Available – Turnkey Winemaking in Paso Robles
Medium Trained Vine (MTV) – Sunridge Nurseries
2100l 7bar Jacketed Tank – Container Logic
Vineyard Removal/Development & Management
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Supplier News
Falcons in the Sky: A Low-Tech Solution to a High-Stakes Problem
New AI Concierge Chatbot Delivers 24/7 Hospitality to Sell More Wine
Behind Every Bottle: Wine Logistics
Pest Control Behind the Scenes: Keeping Winery Operations Clean, Compliant & Guest-Ready
More Supplier News
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Vineyard & Winery
L’Ecole № 41 Unveils a Slate of New Guest Experiences at Its Landmark Winery in Walla Walla
Frog’s Leap Winery Pours Sophisticated Wines in a Down-Home Rutherford Setting
Willamette Valley Vineyards Added to Russell Microcap® Index
How Tiny Wine Has Big Plans to Shake Up Fine Wine Sales & Sampling
Argentinian Chardonnay Sets Sights on Chablis
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