Afternoon Brief, September 12

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Average DTC Bottle Price Soars to $52 in the US
The average price of a bottle of wine in the US has risen to more than $50 per bottle, almost 40% higher than in 2018, according to the latest report by DTC analyst Sovos ShipCompliant…
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Paso Robles Wine Country Virtual Auction Begins Monday, September 15
Proceeds benefit the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance Foundation, which this year awarded $18,000 in scholarships to 12 local graduating seniors…
Woodmill Winery Rebuilding After Devastating Fire
Operators of a Lincoln County winery are working to restore their business after a devastating fire. The WoodMill Winery in Vale burned to the ground last month…
UC ANR Team Helps Small Farmers Understand Historic, Decade-Old Groundwater Law
A landmark law – representing one of the most revolutionary changes to groundwater management in California history – was passed more than 10 years ago. But many farmers across the state still have not even heard of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, or SGMA…
Are Influencers’ Social Media Posts Promoting Alcohol Beverages Subject to TTB’s Advertising Regulations?
Grgich Marks 2025 Harvest with Blessing and $1 Million Gift for Elder Care
Nature’s Grace Cabernet Sauvignon Wins Dual Honors at Wine Business Monthly Pack Design Awards
For the First Time Ever, a Non-champagne Wins Prestigious Sparkling Wine Prize
SSU Offers Online Class in Wine Business (Paywall)
Upchurch Vineyard Expands with New Woodinville Tasting Room
Inside Yavapai College’s Southwest Wine Center with Ryan Avery Follensbee
Central Pennsylvania Winery Holding a ‘Grande’ Event to Accompany Release of Its Special Red Blend
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South Australian Wine Community Bands Together in Celebration
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