March 20, 2026
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)....
February 23, 2026
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)...
January 19, 2026
By Laurie Wachter
Few voices are as passionate about Mendocino County as Martha Barra, who, for more than 40 years, has devoted herself to the continuing success of her family’s award-winning winery,...
December 15, 2025
By Laurie Wachter
When American Ag Credit invited Cyril Chappellet to join the board during the COVID-19 pandemic, he considered the depth of banking expertise filling the Zoom gallery and told them...
November 24, 2025
Ask many people in the industry where they began their wine education and their response is, “Kevin Zraly” ...
October 17, 2025
Wine Industry Advisor has expanded its Wine’s Most Inspiring People (MIP) articles into a monthly series. We will be profiling individuals from within our industry who showcase leadership, innovation,...
September 19, 2025
Wine Industry Advisor has expanded its Wine’s Most Inspiring People (MIP) articles into a monthly series. We will be profiling individuals from within our industry who showcase leadership, innovation,...
August 12, 2025
Wine Industry Advisor has expanded its Wine’s Most Inspiring People (MIP) articles into a monthly series. We will be profiling individuals from within our industry who showcase leadership, innovation,...
July 10, 2025
Wine Industry Advisor has expanded its Wine’s Most Inspiring People (MIP) articles into a monthly series. We will be profiling individuals from within our industry who showcase leadership, innovation,...
June 23, 2025
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...









