December 21, 2021
Winemakers weigh the pros, cons, and relevancy of wine competitions in the modern market.
—Robin Shreeves
A tasting room lined with award-winning bottles, glittering with bronze, silver, and gold...
December 16, 2021
Efforts for lowering sulfite levels go beyond consumer demand. It’s also raised the bar on thoughtful farming and winemaking practices.
—Kathleen Willcox
In their most basic form, when it comes to...
December 15, 2021
Consumers are not stupid. There, that’s the crux of this entire op-ed.
Although I do have something to add: If consumers are stupid, it’s only because
We assume that about them.
We treat them...
December 14, 2021
Between supply chain issues, sustainability initiatives, and an increase in the DtC market space, producers are investing in the light-weight alternative wine bottle.
—Jeff Siegel
The bottle from Oregon’s...
December 13, 2021
Sustainability has escalated into a top concern for consumers, governments and businesses worldwide. Consumer goods manufacturers have developed complex zero-waste water and energy conservation and other...
December 9, 2021
A brand built on transforming the industry, leading by example, and cultivating community—”one delicious glass of wine at a time.”
—Chasity Cooper
You’ve more than likely learned of their story...
December 8, 2021
California wildfires are threatening to upend crop insurance for vineyards as smoke threatens grape production in another record-breaking wildfire year in the U.S.
—Jack Roudebush, crop insurance expert,...
December 7, 2021
As climate change charts new, unpredictable temperature and weather patterns, the pursuit of outstanding wine means turning to lesser-known grape varieties.
—Kathleen Willcox
Old, rare grape varieties...
December 6, 2021
A successful live conference and trade show caters to all sectors of the wine trade
Healdsburg, CA, December 6th, 2021 – After a two year hiatus, Wine Industry Network (WIN) hosted the 9th Annual North...
December 6, 2021
Situation:
Winemakers producing premium wines know that wine quality is dependent upon the efficient removal of fruit from the vine and preparing the berries for destemming, a critical process requiring...