Serving the Wine Industry Through Education, Research and Communication Dr. Liz Thach MW is the seventh woman in the United States and first in California to attain the Master of Wine (May 2011)....

By Melanie Young Many industry professionals would gladly rest on their laurels after becoming only one of four individuals* in the world to achieve both Master Sommelier (1991) and Master of Wine (1993)...

Ask many people in the industry where they began their wine education and their response is, “Kevin Zraly” ...

Mary Taylor runs one of the most successful independent, woman-owned wine import companies in the United States. Her Mary Taylor White Label portfolio of 26 European producers has reached $6 million in...

Develop strategies to anticipate, adapt and act before challenges become crises The wine industry is facing a storm of challenges, from declining consumption to trade tariffs. These disruptions require...

Finding new places to sell your wines can take ingenuity. Here are a few off-the-beaten-path ideas.  By Melanie Young, CSW While mainstream restaurant lists and retail shelves remain the top priority...

The holidays are around the corner and 2025 budgets are being allotted. TikTok should be in your marketing plan. By Melanie Young Recent changes allowing wine advertising on the TikTok social media...

To be more inclusive, be more inviting. By Melanie Young Statistics show the buying power of Black Americans, Asian Americans and LatinX consumers is stronger than ever. Yet these audiences are often...

Grassroots support and blazing new paths can be a winning ticket. By Melanie Young Sports and entertainment partnerships can connect wine brands with new, younger and more diverse drinking age customers....

What’s the best way to capture a buyer’s interest and secure a spot on a supplier portfolio, retail shelf or restaurant wine list? By Melanie Young   End shelf display at Gary’s Wine & Marketplace With...