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Navigating Winery Succession: Proactive Strategies for a Changing Market
Today, estate planning must take into account options such as selling the property to a third party, a merger or acquisition, or even just closing it.  By Jeff Siegel Succession and estate planning...
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Clear as Glass: Wine Bottle Importers Are Being Investigated by the Feds
Sometime early next year, the federal government should conclude its investigation into whether some imported glass wine bottles are being sold at ...
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Distribution Deals Questioned: FTC Targets SGWS Using Depression-Era Law
A federal antitrust lawsuit against Southern Glazer’s could be filed this month. By Jeff Siegel   The news that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating Southern Glazer’s, the world’s biggest...
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Innovation and Education: Sonoma State University’s Ray Johnson Retires
Visionary leader of Sonoma State University’s Wine Business Institute is ready for his next chapter. By Jeff Siegel   Ray Johnson, Sonoma State University Ask Ray Johnson what he’ll miss the most...
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Changing the Rules: Hoopes Trial Could Upset Decades of Zoning & Winery Permits in Napa Valley
The result of Napa Valley V. Lindsay Blair Hoopes Et al could have a significant and lasting impact on “small wineries” in the Napa Valley — and influence whether they can survive. By Christopher Hanson   David ...
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Wine Industry Advisor’s Top Articles of 2023: Personality Types
In 2023, Wine Industry Advisor continued its mission to provide you — our broad audience of professionals and enthusiasts — the latest, most important information about key topics facing our industry.  As...
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Wine Industry Advisor’s Top Articles of 2023: Expert Editorials
In 2023, Wine Industry Advisor continued its mission to provide you — our broad audience of professionals and enthusiasts — the latest, most important information about key topics facing our industry.  As...
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Expert Editorial: Reporting Dispute Claims Within Closely Held Wineries
Disputes fermenting between winery shareholders may not be governed by fiduciary duties but could be covered by insurance. By Amy Briggs and Hilary Krase Many wineries operate as closely held companies,...
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Tennessee Sues Out-of-State Retailers: Frivolous or Far-Reaching?
In July, Tennessee attorney general Jonathan Skrmetti filed a federal lawsuit against six out-of-state retailers, claiming they illegally shipped alcohol into the state.  By Jeff Siegel   Alex...
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What Happened? Less Common Winery Insurance Claims
Business owners have an extreme level of control over many commonplace accidents. By Larry Chasin   We’ve all heard and seen the effects of extreme weather and the damage it can cause to property....
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