February 4, 2025
Portland, OR, February 4, 2025 – Twelve outstanding individuals were recognized today with an Oregon Wine Industry Award at the 21st annual Oregon Wine Symposium. Each year, industry members are nominated...
January 6, 2025
It’s 2025 and New Laws for the Alcoholic Beverage Industry are Here, or Coming Soon: The California legislature adopted, and the Governor approved, several amendments to the state’s alcohol laws this past...
March 29, 2024
Omar Khan Has Pleaded Guilty to Identity Theft: Omar Khan, the bon vivant who allegedly swindled fine-wine insiders out of at least $9.5 million, pleaded guilty to identity theft on Thursday, less than...
March 27, 2024
The Oregon Vineyard and Wine Industry’s New Economic Impact Report Shows Continued Growth and Increased Contribution to the State’s Economy: With an $8 billion economic impact, Oregon’s vineyards and wine...
March 27, 2024
With an $8 billion economic impact, Oregon’s vineyards and wine businesses continue to be an economic driver deeply rooted in the state’s agriculture, offering high-value tourism experiences despite fewer...
February 2, 2024
‘Emergency’ €80 Million Promised to French Winegrowers Amid Farmer Protests: France's government has promised an €80m 'emergency fund' for crisis-hit winemakers, as ministers also try to de-escalate widespread...
January 16, 2024
The #1 Reason Why U.S. Consumers Are Buying Less Wine: The downturn in U.S. wine sales is real and substantial, confirmed by multiple data sources and extends all the way to actual consumption. Pandemic...
January 16, 2024
On the heels of appointing new executive director Gina Bianco, starting February 1, new Board also forms at OWB Portland, OR, January 16, 2024 . . . 2024 is a year of change with...
January 2, 2024
France Buys Back Bordeaux: China's love affair with Bordeaux properties is ending as more investors bring châteaux back into French hands...
January 2, 2024
Seasoned wine industry leader to take the reins of OWB February 1, 2024 Portland, OR, January 2, 2024 . . . The Oregon Wine Board has announced that Gina Bianco has accepted the role of executive...