Afternoon Brief, September 26

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Alcohol Lobby Pushes Back as WHO Hardens Stance on Drinking
The World Health Organisation’s claim that there is no safe level of alcohol has triggered fierce resistance from the global drinks trade. Previously, physician and vintner Dr Laura Catena has challenged what she calls misinformation, arguing that credible science shows moderate wine consumption may offer health benefits…
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Vinitaly.USA Returns to Chicago | Adolfo Rebughini on What’s Ahead
Vinitaly.USA returns to the Chicago Navy Pier October 5-6. Adolfo Rebughini from Veronafiere reveals what’s ahead for this prestigious event, plus how Italy is tackling industry challenges and innovation. Whether you’re B2B or just passionate about Italian wine, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!
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Today’s News
Smoke Taint Lawsuit Brewing in Napa
A month after the Pickett Fire destroyed an estimated $65 million worth of Napa County wine grapes, a group of vineyard owners are banding together to pursue a lawsuit…
California Harvest Exceeds Expectations Even Amid Downturn
Although California winemakers are already lauding the quality of the 2025 crop as “near perfect,” the growing season has been far from the norm…
Mitchell Katz Winery Property Listed for Sale, but That’s Far from the Full Story
Grape Glut: Too Much Wine Across the World Leaves Tons of US Grapes Rotting This Crush Season
How a Historic Farm Was Saved from Developers and Transformed into One of Pennsylvania’s Most Promising Wineries
Wine Industry Meets Climate Threat with Ancient Techniques and New Tech
Avignonesi Brings the Heart of Tuscany to the US
2 Rootstock Potentially Resistant to Grapevine Fan Leaf Virus Currently Being Trialled
Decanter Hall of Fame and Rising Star 2025 Winners Revealed
Last Chance for Château Lascombes?
How UK Wine Merchants Are Reacting to Market Challenges
“Sustainability Exists Only If the Wine Sector Moves in Unison”. Message from “Habitat” by Argea
Vinexpo Mumbai Cancelled Weeks Before Opening
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Industry Events
The Bottle360 Roadshow Event
September 30 – Healdsburg, CA
eCellar’s The Pulse Presents: AI in Action – Tools, Tips, and What’s Next with Andreas Mueller-Schubert
October 1 – Webinar
Behind the Scenes of DTC Texting: Carriers, Compliance & the Rise of RCS
October 2 – Webinar
DTC Master Series: CRM Tactics to Sell More Wine
October 8 – Webinar
13th Annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo
December 4 – Santa Rosa, CA
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Top Stories of the Week
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Winery Presses Cal Fire to Examine Melted Battery on Its Property as Possible Pickett Fire Cause
Industry to Come Together at Premiere Napa Valley 2026 – Registration Now Open
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WIN Insider Series with Maggie Zeman
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