Afternoon Brief, October 27th

To Boeschen, committing to this small safety net in times of emergency isn’t just the right thing to do. It’s the way labor relations are headed in the wine business...

Afternoon Brief, October 20th

Sonoma’s Toad Hollow Vineyards Acquired by ‘Masters of Guerrilla Winefare’: Unoaked Chardonnay pioneer Toad Hollow has been sold to WarRoom Cellars for an undisclosed sum...

Afternoon Brief, October 19th

Vintners union vows to stop cheap imports from entering French market and says the government ‘bears a heavy responsibility’...

Afternoon Brief, April 14th

California Vintners Welcome Higher Last-Resort Fire Insurance Limits but Await Return of Private Market: The Golden State raises coverage limits on its last-resort policies after billion-dollar wildfire losses at wineries, vineyards and other ag properties. Here’s how North Coast wineries are coping...

As the leading European and the world’s third largest producer of glass packaging for the beverage and food industries, Verallia has developed a strong knowledge in eco-friendly and high-quality glass solutions. Given that Verallia supplies 10,000 companies worldwide with 16 billion glass bottles and jars each year, the company has positioned itself as an innovation leader for sustainability efforts across the industry. Verallia’s clients range from local family producers to major international brands – but large or small, the concerns about the environment and the economy are the same; the need to do more with less while leaving a lighter carbon footprint for the financial health of the industry as well as for the generations to come. According to Verallia USA General Manager Felix Lamolinerie, “Glass is an inert material that is 100% and infinitely recyclable.” Efforts are well underway, beginning with lightening the weight of premium wine bottles witho

Afternoon Brief, May 26th

‘We Hope It Sends a Message’: Bay Area Wine Executive Faces $3.75M Fine for Allegedly Ripping Up Trees and Other Unpermitted Activities: As the megadrought bakes California, leaving parched lake beds and aggressive water restrictions in its wake, the state's creeks and wetlands are more fragile, and vital, than ever. Punishments handed down to landowners who damage that delicate environment are now matching that seriousness...

Afternoon Brief, January 14th

Joel Gott Wines Buys Napa's Historic Edge Hill Winery: Joel Gott Wines has purchased Napa’s historic Edge Hill property from Rudd Estate. The deal includes 25 acres, 6 of which are planted to a red field blend, as well as a retrofitted three-story stone winery built in 1867, existing inventory and the Edge Hill name...

Afternoon Brief, January 11th

Rabobank: Alcohol E-Commerce Sales Surpass $6 Billion in 2021, Will Continue to Grow: U.S. online alcohol sales reached $6.1 billion in 2021 with more growth expected in 2022, according to a report based on exclusive industry data released today by Rabobank, a leading global food and agribusiness bank...

Wine’s Most Inspiring People: Dennis Murphy—Founder & Winemaker, Caprio Cellars

“We give regularly and as often as possible. There’s no reason to wait until the holidays. People need help year-round. And if more companies and people thought like that … […]

Afternoon Brief, January 3rd

Wine’s Most Inspiring People Awards: Each year, Wine Industry Advisor chooses 10 individuals within the wine industry who showcase leadership, innovation, and inspiration. For the first time in 2021, WIA opened up the submission process to the industry at large...