Afternoon Brief, February 13

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Cabernet Franc on Track to Become the Official Grape Variety of New York State
The authorization of Cabernet Franc as the “flagship wine grape of New York” is “very close”, with one Finger Lakes producer telling db it could happen “within the year”…
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Turning the Tables on Jack Kauffman
Jack Kauffman, an award-winning filmmaker and certified sommelier, has a strong interest in telling stories of wine through motion pictures. His Uncorked Potential wine documentary project represents his greatest effort yet to bring the story of wine to life…
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DRIVE Leadership Summit Ignites a Bold New Era of Hope and Raw Authenticity in Wine Country
In a definitive move away from the traditional corporate seminar, DRIVE, the premier leadership and wine business summit, celebrated its fourth year by trading stale boardrooms for raw, high-impact dialogue…
Lodi Fosters the Next Generation of Pruning Champions
Lodi hosted a vineyard pruning contest that brought together high school students from across the state for a hands-on agricultural competition. The event was organized by the Tokay FFA Chapter with support from father-daughter team Joe Valente and Amy Blagg, and it showcased both technical skill and a shared passion for viticulture…
DaVero Farms & Winery Offers Worms to Wine Workshop
Two Paso Robles Wineries to Share Tasting Room in Adelaida District
Grape Management Course Blends Instruction and Hands-on Learning for Producers
State Agriculture Officials Kick Off International Year of the Woman Farmer
Philly Wine Educator Sees Opportunity Despite Industry ‘Correction’
Sixth Annual Eastern Viticulture and Enology Forum Webinar Series
Spanish Wines Aim to Romance the US
Fine Wine Defies Downturn as US$250-Plus Bottles Keep Selling
Why the World’s Largest Organic Wine Fair Matters to Wine Lovers
Pubs Threatened by Potential Planning Law Changes
Wine History Podcast Highlights Generational Grapegrowing in the Clare Valley
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UC Davis & UCANR Grape Day
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Family Winery Appeals Napa County’s Multimillion Dollar Fine
Monarch Tractor Abandons Ship
Australia’s Treasury Wine Settles Dispute with US Distributor, Shares Jump
The Supreme Court Is Poised to Remind States That the Constitution Doesn’t Stop at the Liquor Store
A Recently-Passed Law in Virginia Could Bankrupt Small Artisanal Wineries That Have Been Growing Grapes and Making Unique Wines in Mountainous Terrain for Decades
Winery Expansion Long in the Works for Glass Fire Affected Winery Approved
‘It’s Time to Rethink Things’: Oregon Wine Experts Discuss Disrupting Industry
2026 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge Now Accepting Submissions
IWCA Releases First Cross Industry Benchmark for Vineyard Soil Carbon
Crimson Wine Group Acquires Raeburn Wine Brand from Purple Brands
California on Track to Raze Another 40,000 Acres of Vineyards
Stronger Together: Why Unity Across the Three-Tier System Matters More Than Ever
California Winegrape Growers Advance 2026 Legislative Agenda, Call Industry to Action
Jackson Family Wines Appoints Tim Brown Chief Executive Officer
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