September 9, 2024
Wine and spirit manufacturers can find value in using technology to tackle pressing challenges head-on. By Matthew Riesenbach For food and beverage manufacturers, supply chain disruption is a familiar...
September 6, 2024
In this episode, George interviews Michael Haney, Executive Director of Sonoma County Vintners. They discuss Haney’s upbringing in Nashville, TN, how he first entered the wine industry almost 35 years...
September 5, 2024
The OND season—October, November, and December—is the most crucial time of year for wineries, with holiday demand reaching its peak. Is your winery ready to handle the surge in sales and deliveries? Join...
September 5, 2024
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...
September 3, 2024
As the DTC wine market continues to grow, creating a seamless customer experience becomes essential. By Louis Amoroso In an era dominated by digital experiences, the wine industry has undergone a transformative...
August 30, 2024
Here are some tips on making sure your trade visits stand out from your competition. By Craig Root The importance of treating trade visitors well cannot be overstated. Trade visits, which welcome players...
Wine Industry Champion Jana McKamey: Leveraging Farming and Diplomacy to Help Oregon Wineries Thrive
August 28, 2024
“We’re educating lawmakers on the contribution our industry makes to the state and on our values.” —Jana McKamey, Oregon Winegrowers Association By Laura Ness The scion of sugar beet farmers going back...
August 26, 2024
As wildfires become more intense due to climate change, the need for smoke taint prevention has never been more critical. By Teri van Aalst In the world of viticulture, the war on smoke taint...
August 22, 2024
How wineries, associations, retailers and more are bringing the Come Over October campaign to life. One benefit of judging in wine competitions is meeting other wine people, like my friend Kimberly Noelle...
August 20, 2024
By Carl Giavanti Steven Laine Novelist Steven Laine has an international background in hotels and was fortunate enough to study hotel operations in Switzerland, gain an MBA in hospitality with the...