By Chelsea Franchi Tablas Creek is well-versed in the meaning of partnership.  After all, in business and practice, we are a partnership ourselves.  This winery was built upon the personal and professional relationship of two esteemed families: the Perrin Family of Chateau de Beaucastel and the Haas Family of Vineyard Brands.  This initial partnership not only shaped our present approach to business but also serves as a guiding principle in nurturing future collaborations.  We take great pride in the work we put forth in the vineyard, the cellar, and the business, so any ancillary associations we forge have some high standards to live up to. Infinity Bottling in American Canyon In addition to taking pride in how we conduct ourselves with others, we prioritize sustainability and recognize the profound impact our actions have on the planet.  In 2022, we released our first wine packaged in the bag-in-box format.  This radical decision was driven by several fa

The strategic move - away from primary content and towards using recycled tin - helps Amcor Capsules deliver its vision for a more responsible wine and spirits packaging industry Zurich, Switzerland, 7 May 2024: Amcor Capsules, a global leader in developing and producing responsible closures and capsules for wine and spirits, today announces a strategic shift by introducing more than 90% recycled tin into its premium tin capsules and sparkling foils range. When it comes to sustainability, Amcor Capsules continues to be at the forefront of innovation on the wine and spirits market by introducing tin capsules with an unprecedented level of recycled content sourced from Europe. Indeed, Amcor Capsules has now established sourcing schemes that will enable the company to use recycled tin from end-of-life products, such as car radiators and batteries, ship propellers and bronze scraps from ornaments or statues. After recycling, the tin material is adapted and re-used for capsules and capping

WineGlass Marketing Unveils Oregon Office Amplifying Support to Northwest Wineries NAPA, CA – WineGlass Marketing, LLC proudly announces its expansion into the heart of Oregon wine country, solidifying its commitment to supporting local wineries in the Pacific Northwest. Effective March 1st, the esteemed marketing agency will provide on-the-ground assistance to clients nestled within the renowned Willamette, Rogue, and Umpqua Valleys.  Susan DeMatei, President of WineGlass Marketing, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to refocus our efforts in Oregon. The region's dedication to innovation, outreach to new consumers, and ingenuity in marketing strategies make it a perfect match for our agency's expertise." She continued, "Having a dedicated presence in this vibrant market allows us to intimately understand the nuances of Oregon Wine Country."  In a strategic move to bolster local support, WineGlass Marketing welcomes Jo

Afternoon Brief, February 29th

TTB Listens to Wine Industry: The TTB wants to hear what the industry thinks about label regulations, so Wine-Searcher's US editor had his say...

Wine and spirits distributors do not always get full credit for their myriad of services offered.  With portfolios bursting at the seams, their role in the 3-tier system is difficult. We at Andavi Solutions would like to recognize some of the critical functions distributors perform on behalf of their supplier partners.  1) Training and Education Distributor sales teams include some of the most highly trained professionals in the industry. The training opportunities distributors provide are not solely for internal stakeholders. They also play a critical role in the education and training of their supplier partners.  It is sad but true to say that many brand owners do not properly train their people, and by default, distributors end up picking up the slack. Another vital area of training distributors provide is forecasting and inventory management (more on this below).  Distributors do a lot of staff training (far more than most suppliers), and they don&rs