The countdown is on, our Holiday Open House & Marketplace is less than 1 week away, happening Saturday, November 22nd from 11AM to 3PM! We’re thrilled to welcome back some of your favorite Grand Cru member wineries and craft artisans, along with a few new faces you won’t want to miss. Returning Favorites + Exciting First-Timers What’s waiting for you:  Taste 40+ wines from our family of small producers  Discover one-of-a-kind gifts and treats from local craft artisans  Kids crafts table for little hands  We’re dog friendly — bring your furry friends along  Sip coffee samples from Bella Rosa Coffee  Delicious bites from Benny's Smash Burgers and Three's a Platter Mobile Charcuterie (available for purchase)  Complimentary valet parking Featured Wineries: Bienvenue • Black Kite • Bucher • Boars' View • Copper Six • Cormorant • Jeff Cohn Cellars • Morét-Brealynn

The holidays are coming up fast, and we’re so excited to invite you to our Holiday Open House + Marketplace on Saturday, November 22nd at Grand Cru Custom Crush! With less than six weeks to go, this is the perfect way to kick off your holiday shopping early (before the crowds!) — and enjoy delicious handcrafted wines at the same time. Discover 40+ wines from our member wineries, shop from talented local artisans, and enjoy tasty bites from food vendors on site. It’s a festive day of wine, shopping, and community that you won’t want to miss!  Tickets: $35 — includes limitless wine tastings and valet service.  Food available for purchase separately. As a thank-you to our email subscribers, if you missed the early bird pricing, here’s an exclusive $5 off discount just for you: Use code: HOLIDAY5  Come sip, shop, and celebrate with us — we can’t wait to see you there! Tickets Here! Participating Wineries: Bienvenue | Blac

For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with wineries of all sizes to provide expert winemaking services tailored to real-world harvest needs. From precision alcohol adjustment and dealcoholization services to fermentation troubleshooting, BevZero is here to take complexity out of the crush season and help you produce your best wine, every time. We don’t just support winemakers, we work alongside them. Our global team of winemakers, food scientists, and beverage technologists are embedded in the industry, bringing first-hand experience and scientific expertise to every solution. Why BevZero? A Partner Rooted in Innovation Founded in 1991, BevZero pioneered vacuum distillation for alcohol reduction in wine, a process that quickly became a standard in the industry. But our commitment to innovation didn’t stop there. Today, BevZero operates globally, offering advanced winemaking support from our facilities in the U.S., Spain, and South Africa. Our services are designed to sol

LEED/Organic Pest Control PREPARING FOR THE BEST THROUGH LEED While organic pest management only represents a small portion of LEED credits, its successful deployment is vital to completing LEED's rigorous requirements. Our approach to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) follows these ideals and can qualify for credits in your facility’s LEED scoring. Learn More about LEED here. ABSOLUTELY ORGANIC We also understand how important it is to adhere to the strict standards of organic regulations, so Clark's organic pest control program is specially designed to meet your specific needs and maintain your facility’s hard-won certification. We fully support the philosophy and standards of the U.S. National Organic Program (NOP). CLARK'S ORGANIC PEST CONTROL PROCESS: We adhere to a thorough process of inspecting, identifying, monitoring, and evaluating before selecting appropriate control methods. This involves routine inspection and accurate identification of pes

With no and low-alcohol categories on the rise and the sober-curious boogeyman around every corner, we needn’t wait for rock bottom to take a hard look at our sales strategy and make a change today.  While much of the wine & spirits industry points the finger at Gen Z & Millennials, the World Health Organization or the Surgeon General, the truth is there’s only one entity responsible for the trajectory of our revenue.  According to Navy SEALs Jocko Willink and Leif Babin in Extreme Ownership, when “problems feel overwhelming and insurmountable . . . it’s our human nature to shift blame, find excuses, and avoid consequences. But taking ownership over what went wrong and accepting the reality of the situation gives you complete control over how you can solve these challenges.” Trying to sell alcohol in 2025 is tough. Plain and simple, no way around it. With that acknowledged, let’s explore what we can do about it.   A Sign of

JUNE 28, 2024 – Winners have been announced in the 17th annual Women’s International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWWSC). The competition, which took place June 10-12 in Santa Rosa, Calif., was founded on the premise that the majority of wine purchased for home consumption is bought by women. The IWWSC judging panels consist entirely of professional women in the wine and spirits industries — winemakers, distillers, marketers, buyers, sommeliers, educators and journalists.  “As always, the International Women’s Wine & Spirits Competition shined a spotlight on hundreds of deserving wines,” says Debra Del Fiorentino, owner of Wine Competitions Management & Production, which organizes and presents IWWSC. “And even though entry is open to all winemakers regardless of gender, I found it gratifying that six of this year’s sweepstakes wines were created by women. And our overall wine winner also was named Best Woman Winemaker

In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in consumer preferences towards healthier beverage options. People are increasingly looking for alternatives to traditional alcoholic beverages, and one option that has been gaining traction is non-alcoholic cider. With its crisp, fruity flavors and versatility, non-alcoholic cider has become more than just a trendy drink; it’s a refreshing and wholesome choice for a wide range of occasions. According to a recent Business Wire report, “The global cider market is experiencing remarkable growth, with a valuation of USD 8.87 billion and a projected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.38%, set to reach nearly USD 13 billion by 2028.”  With the increasing interest in cider, and the growth in non-alcoholic market it is clear that there is a lot of room for NA ciders. One of the primary reasons for interest in non-alcoholic cider is the desire for healthier beverage options. As consumers become more health-consciou

Willow Creek Distillery Releases Its First-Ever Amaro Liqueur

Italian-Style Herbal Liqueur Made with Estate Wine Grapes and Premium Botanicals December 7th – Paso Robles, CA—Willow Creek Distillery today released its first-ever Amaro, an Italian-style liqueur distilled from estate […]

When Alysa Seeland founded FOND Bone Broth, she did it with a personal purpose and mission. FOND products are carefully crafted—with every ingredient, process, and packaging material meticulously chosen with branding, sustainability, and usability in mind.  FOND makes ready-to-sip, organic chicken and beef bone broth tonics that combine pasture-raised protein with fresh herbs and botanicals to nourish the body and delight the palate.  The female-founded, female-led company is at a pivotal point in the brand’s trajectory. FOND recently capped a momentous year of milestones by becoming the fastest growing shelf-stable brand in the natural bone broth category. In 2021, the company introduced a new line of organic pasture-raised beef bone broths, launched four additional SKUs, and grew its retail presence from 800 to 1,700 stores. According to SPINS, a wellness-focused data company and advocate for the Natural Products Industry, FOND was the number two brand driving g