In today’s wine industry, running lean has become the norm. Wineries are navigating tighter margins, shifting consumer demand, and limited resources all while trying to maintain the exceptional service their customers expect. In a market where every shipment counts, having the right fulfillment partner is not just a convenience, it’s a necessity. At WineDirect Fulfillment, we understand the pressure to do more with less. That’s why we’ve built our operations and tools to support your business through every challenge, helping you protect your brand, deliver a top-tier customer experience, and keep things running smoothly. Choosing the Right Partner  When you're operating with a smaller team and fewer resources, there’s no room for error. Delays in shipping, inventory mishaps, or damaged wine can quickly erode customer trust and impact your brand’s reputation. And with limited time to chase down support or resolve issues, wineries need a par

Following the initial period of the public tender offer for Verallia’s shares (the “Offer”), BWGI will hold 84,937,142 Verallia shares, representing 70.31% of its share capital and 62.81% of its voting rights. The initial period of the Offer initiated by BWGI, acting through Kaon V[1], on the Verallia shares that it does not already own, closed successfully on July 25, 2025. 50,097,577 Verallia’s shares were tendered to the Offer during its initial period, representing 41.47% of Verallia’s share capital and 34.88% of its voting rights, allowing BWGI to hold 70.31% of Verallia’s share capital and 62.81% of its voting rights from the settlement-delivery of the initial Offer. BWGI, which therefore becomes the controlling shareholder of Verallia, intends to support Verallia in creating long-term value by executing its strategic plan, which places innovation and the energy transition at the heart of its project. The notice of results (avis de résul

Owning a vineyard is often a dream fulfilled. For many, it comes through inheritance or a generational land transfer—something that feels personal, informal, and steeped in trust. But when it comes to land ownership, tradition doesn’t always align with legal boundaries. And assumptions can turn into very real (and very expensive) surprises. Ray Carlson & Associates has seen it all: vines planted over property lines, unrecorded easements that limit development, and inherited parcels with boundary lines that haven’t been surveyed in decades. If you're managing—or selling—a vineyard you didn’t originally design or develop, a professional land survey might be the most important tool you didn’t know you needed. Old Maps, New Problems Vineyards passed down through generations often rely on outdated parcel maps, oral agreements, or informal knowledge of the land. That might have worked in the past—but it doesn’t fly with mode

The changing landscape of sales Nearly every advancement in professional selling is due to the use of technology. When you fold in the rapid evolution of consumer behavior - such as independent online research and social media - you have a perfect storm that will leave most salespeople bobbing precariously in the wake of forward progress.  This article is intended as a wake-up call to all sales professionals in our industry. Salespeople who are comfortable with and proficient in using digital tools will reap significant advantages compared to “traditional” salespeople. The reward for the tech-savvy includes higher productivity and better customer insights. Adaptability is an attribute that will become increasingly prized as time goes on. Traditional versus modern sales methods Historically, most salespeople rely on ‘traditional’ means of selling. We are all familiar with these common methods, such as: Face-to-face appointments with samples in tow Phon

On Friday, July 21, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that an updated I-9 form will be available on August 1, and employers can begin using the form at that time.  The revised form has been streamlined and consolidated into one page, with instructions that are easier to understand. Employers may continue to use the older Form I-9 (Rev. 10/21/19) through October 31, 2023. After that date, employers will be subject to penalties if they use the older form. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) final rule allows for (but doesn’t require) a remote alternative to the physical examination of Form I-9 documentation. Employers may continue to conduct physical examinations. The revised form has a checkbox to indicate when an employee’s Form I-9 documentation was examined using a DHS-authorized alternative procedure. However, at this time, the final rule only allows employers using E-Verify to use alternative verification method. T

Gift Card Programs open the door to new customers, promote brand awareness, and can increase sales. Gift Cards are some of the most popular gift items during the holiday season but can also offer a steady revenue stream all year round. The OrderPort Gift Card program allows you to offer physical cards, electronic cards, or both. OrderPort’s gift card program is quick and easy to implement, and does all the work for you. Trackable The moment a sale is made, a gift card number is assigned to the order, and the gift card balance is recorded. As the gift card is used, funds are automatically deducted, and the balance can be checked anytime by associates, or online by the customer. When a gift card has insufficient funds for the order, a split ticket is automatically created for the remaining order balance. The Gift Card Summary report will show you all of your gift card stats including revenue, assigned cards, and card balances. Reloadable Guests can continue loading the same gif

With the start of the new year, it is time to dust off the employee handbook, review your policies and procedures, and make sure they comply with all the new laws, regulations, and interpretations that have either already gone into effect or will in early 2023. Below, we have identified our “top 10” changes. Please keep in mind there were hundreds of laws, regulations, and changes implemented at the local, state, and federal levels throughout 2022.  So, if you need a handbook/COVID-19 policy review or have any questions, please call. 1. California and Local Minimum Wage Raised – In addition to the gradual increase to minimum wage that has been in effect under California law, several Sonoma County cities have increased minimum wage beyond that required by the state. Below is a table that describes the state and local city requirements: Locality Effective Date Employers With 26 Or More Employees Employers With Less Than 26 Employees California 1/1/2023 $15.5