The Wine Business Institute (WBI) at Sonoma State University (SSU) announced the 2023-2024 scholarship recipients of the Wine Industry Scholars Program (WISP) and the Wine Business Institute Inclusive Excellence Scholarship Program February 26. Recipients are recognized for having outstanding commitment to advancing their knowledge and expertise in the wine business. The Wine Industry Scholars Program (WISP) supports the access, retention, and graduation of students who are first-generation college students and children of families working in the wine industry. WISP awards approximately $150,000 in scholarships annually. The Wine Business Institute Inclusive Excellence Scholarship Program aims to foster a more diverse and inclusive wine industry by supporting a broad range of scholars, including women, individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds and those requiring financial support for their education. “This year’s recipients went through a rigorous sel

Afternoon Brief, February 24th

Beckstoffer To Kalon and the Mystery Bottle: An intriguing lawsuit pits an opportunistic wine company against a Napa heavyweight. We know which side our money is on...

Afternoon Brief, February 21st

Alpha Omega Collective Wineries Merge, Unveil New Napa and Paso Robles Tasting Rooms: Alpha Omega winery in Napa Valley, Tolosa winery in the San Luis Obispo Coast and Perinet winery in Spain’s Priorat announced their official merger today, strengthening the three brands to formally create the Alpha Omega Collective...

Afternoon Brief, October 31st

The Lawrence Family and Carlton McCoy, Jr. Announce Acquisition of Bordeaux’s Château Lascombes to Portfolio Inbox: The Lawrence Family, owners of Napa Valley’s iconic Heitz Cellar and Managing Partner and Master Sommelier Carlton McCoy, Jr. have acquired iconic Château Lascombes...

Festival Napa Valley Announces New Board Members and Appointment of Alpha Omega Vintner Robin Baggett as Chairman of the Board

Napa, CA, January 11, 2021 — Festival Napa Valley, the internationally renowned performing arts and education organization, announces the election of two new members to its board of directors: Bella […]

Afternoon Brief, July 2nd

Pacific Northwest Wineries Are Shaking Off the Extreme Heat Wave, but Are Worried What It Means for the Industry’s Future: The unprecedented heat wave that descended on the Pacific Northwest this week has alarmed many in the region’s burgeoning wine industry, leaving them worried over the deepening challenges climate change could bring to their businesses...

Uber to Buy Alcohol Delivery Start-up Drizly for $1.1 Billion: Uber has made a major move in the growing market for on-demand delivery of wines, beer and spirits by agreeing to buy start-up firm Drizly in the US in a deal worth $1.1 Billion... The post Afternoon Brief, February 2nd appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/02/02/afternoon-brief-1792?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=afternoon-brief-1792 Published Date:Tue, 02 Feb 2021 22:51:04 +0000 

NAPA VALLEY, CA, January 31, 2021—Noted wine consultant and entrepreneur Jean Hoefliger announces he is stepping down from his position as consulting winemaker at Alpha Omega. “After 15 years of successful vintages at Alpha Omega,” he explains, “I decided it’s time to distance myself from the winemaking side and enjoy just being an owner.” Hoefliger […] The post Jean Hoefliger Steps Down from Winemaking Role at Alpha Omega, Remains an Owner appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/02/02/jean-hoefliger-steps-down-alpha-omega-remains-owner?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jean-hoefliger-steps-down-alpha-omega-remains-owner Published Date:Tue, 02 Feb 2021 19:26:34 +0000