We are thrilled to spotlight an exceptional project that embodies the synergy of winemaking expertise, innovative equipment, and architectural brilliance: Fulldraw Vineyard, masterfully designed by the renowned architectural firm Clayton Korte. An Architectural Masterpiece in California’s Wine Country Nestled within the Templeton Gap AVA, at the heart of California’s Central Coast wine region, Fulldraw Vineyard spans over 100 acres of established vineyards. The land is distinguished by its rich limestone soils and a cool maritime climate, creating the perfect terroir for cultivating premium grapes. Clayton Korte’s innovative architectural design seamlessly integrates with this unique landscape. The project features a Fermentation Building, a covered Crush Pad, and dedicated spaces for Barrel Aging and Case Goods Storage. Each element is meticulously crafted to respond to the site’s topography, sun exposure, and prevailing breezes. The

We are thrilled to spotlight an exceptional project that embodies the synergy of winemaking expertise, innovative equipment, and architectural brilliance: Fulldraw Vineyard, masterfully designed by the renowned architectural firm Clayton Korte. An Architectural Masterpiece in California’s Wine Country Nestled within the Templeton Gap AVA, at the heart of California’s Central Coast wine region, Fulldraw Vineyard spans over 100 acres of established vineyards. The land is distinguished by its rich limestone soils and a cool maritime climate, creating the perfect terroir for cultivating premium grapes. Clayton Korte’s innovative architectural design seamlessly integrates with this unique landscape. The project features a Fermentation Building, a covered Crush Pad, and dedicated spaces for Barrel Aging and Case Goods Storage. Each element is meticulously crafted to respond to the site’s topography, sun exposure, and prevailing bree

Celebrity-owned Cottonwood winery receives funding from California-based financial company

Maynard James Keenan, renowned as the frontman of the iconic rock band Tool, has embarked on an ambitious expansion of his Verde Valley winery and vineyard located in Arizona. To...

Wine on tap programs nationwide are recognized for collectively saving more than 35 million bottles from the landfill with the use of reusable steel kegs to support their wine on tap programs.  Sonoma, CA, July 24, 2023 – Free Flow Wines has announced 20 new winners at the 10th annual KEGGY Awards, recognizing the exceptional impacts these partners have made in reducing waste from the landfill and CO2 emissions. The KEGGY Awards were created in 2014 to recognize winery partners for their commitment to sustainability by choosing reusable stainless-steel kegs - a truly zero-waste package. Each Free Flow keg holds the equivalent of 26 bottles of wine and will eliminate approximately 1,560 bottles from the landfill over its lifetime.  As of today, Free Flow Wines and their partners have saved more than 35 million bottles, or 53 million pounds of waste, from the landfills and the equivalent of over 63 million pounds of CO2 from the atmosphere. Each reusable steel keg will sa

The Business Strategy & Leadership track will host 3 sessions, kicking off with the 2022 State of the North Coast Wine Industry & Bulk Market. California’s North Coast vineyards are facing their fair share of issues - from climate change and dire water conditions to potential fire events and labor demands. Are these issues of the moment or part of a continuing trend that the wine industry must face? This session will present key data from the 2022 harvest alongside insights of what to expect and prepare for as we head into 2023.... Read More Mark Cuneo Bulk Wine Broker / Turrentine BrokerageChristian Klier North Coast Grape Broker / Turrentine Brokerage The wine industry’s ability to adapt - and thrive - in an ever-changing world impacted by global warming is becoming one of its biggest challenges. Ensuring our industries' future requires moving towards more sustainable practices and innovative tech. But can pairing technology and sustainability help to

Afternoon Brief, November 2nd

Winemakers, Distributors Experiment with Supply Chain & Carbon-Shrinking Shortcuts: Whether shipping wine across the globe in giant bladders, or biking a bottle down the street, there’s likely a way to make the trip cheaper for you and better for the environment...

Dough Wines, a Positive Impact Brand Benefiting James Beard Foundation, Names Magrino PR as US Agency of Record

Brand Aims to Be Catalyst for Good by Driving Environmental, Equitable and Economical Change for Culinary and Beverage Industries New York, NY (August 23, 2021) – Dough Wines, created by Distinguished Vineyards & Wine Partners (DVWP) and marking the first-ever winery partnership for the James Beard Foundation, has named award-winning Magrino PR as its agency of […]

Groth Announces Oakville Neighbors Series

New wines honor distinguished Oakville grower-partners OAKVILLE, NAPA VALLEY, Calif. (June 7, 2021) — Groth Vineyards & Winery has released the Oakville Neighbors Series, a new portfolio of limited-production, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons sourced from distinguished grower-partners who have helped make the Oakville AVA one of the most highly regarded appellations in Napa Valley. Coinciding with […]

Napa County Wineries Dive Into Wildfire Prevention After Big Glass Fire Losses: The Glass Fire last fall has made wildfire prevention and protection a higher priority than project permit processing for Napa Valley Vintners, a trade group that represents over 500 wine producers and related businesses... The post Afternoon Brief, March 4th appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/03/04/afternoon-brief-1814?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=afternoon-brief-1814 Published Date:Thu, 04 Mar 2021 22:56:19 +0000 

NAPA VALLEY, Calif. – January 12, 2021 – Distinguished Vineyards & Wine Partners (DVWP) is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Cerio to the position of vice president of operations. A highly respected industry leader, with two decades of high-level, wine-focused operations experience, Cerio will be responsible for overseeing operations for DVWP’s acclaimed portfolio […] The post Distinguished Vineyards & Wine Partners Appoints Michael Cerio as Vice President of Operations appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/01/12/distinguished-vineyards-appoints-michael-cerio?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=distinguished-vineyards-appoints-michael-cerio Published Date:Tue, 12 Jan 2021 19:23:46 +0000