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January 26, 2026
WineAmerica: USDA and HHS Release 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Alcohol Guidelines have changed: daily drink guidelines and standard drink measurements have been removed, however responsible consumption is still recommended. By Michael Kaiser The 2026–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) [...]00
October 30, 2025
An Update from D.C.: Shutdown Edition (WineAmerica)
A federal government shutdown is not good for anyone, but we could be in for a long one. By Michael Kaiser The Federal Government shutdown continues
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September 17, 2025
WineAmerica: September Means Government Shutdown Talk
September is a busy month in D.C. Here are some items that Congress is dealing with this month. By Michael Kaiser Theres no gentle way to start this
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Shutdown Showdown?: If it’s September, it’s time for this annual Washington drama, a manufactured crisis of political theater that typically lasts right up until the deadline (midnight, September 30), That’s when the government would run out of money unless Congress passes (and the President signs) a “Continuing Resolution” (CR, in DC lingo) that extends the old budget until they eventually create a new one. The last “on time” budget was passed when Bill Clinton was President, meaning that both Democrat and Republican administrations have consistently failed. Stay tuned for the 2025 theatrics! Hemp High?: Can you have THC-infused products shipped to your mailbox without any onsite ID proof necessary? Yes, thanks to a 2018 Farm Bill glitch that legalized hemp, including (unwittingly) the same THC that is also derived from marijuana. So…while alcohol and marijuana are both highly regulated, hemp is not at all. As a result, Congress is work
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While Congress is in its long August recess, there’s still work to be done in DC on the regulatory front. Executive Vice President and Director of Regulatory Affairs Michael Kaiser submitted two long, detailed documents to the federal Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) about the possible addition of information on wine labels. Specifically, the two issues involved the possibility of “Alcohol Facts” statements on the labeling of wine, spirits and beer; and the possibility of “Major Food Allergen” labeling. WineAmerica’s overall position: “WineAmerica is in favor of both allergen and ingredient disclosure, as long as it is done in a way that is not harmful to the American wine industry. Only agents that are detectable in the finished product should need to be disclosed by a producer. Additionally, as we stated in our comments for Notice 237, an off-label, web-based disclosure is the best option for the wine industry. This is already occurring in the Euro
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July 24, 2025
The Trump Administration and Wine: How Is This Pairing Going? (WineAmerica)
Let's revisit some of the topics we discussed in February and see where we are. By Michael Kaiser Five months ago, WineAmerica wrote about what the new
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September 23, 2024
Every Vote Matters: How Election Outcomes Could Impact the Wine Industry
It's already been an election season for the books, and no one knows what might happen next. By Michael Kaiser While wineries are picking grapes and
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Come Over October, approaching fast, will be a national celebration of wine as the beverage that brings us together—as family and friends, in homes and restaurants, for occasions large and small, or just hanging out. The kickoff event will occur in Congress on Wednesday, September 25, at a bipartisan wine reception co-hosted by WineAmerica, the national association of American wineries in Washington, DC. WineAmerica has previously hosted receptions in conjunction with its legislative fly-ins each spring, but this is an even better opportunity to bring a divided Congress together over a glass of wine, highlighting the spirit of Come Over October. WineAmerica’s mission involves federal public policy advocacy to protect and enhance the business climate for wine. While Michael Kaiser engages in the normal process of position papers, coalitions, and legislative meetings, we in the wine industry have a unique opportunity to tastefully remind legislators that wine is produced in a
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June 21, 2024
The Farm Bill: Why It Matters to the Wine Industry (WineAmerica)
The Farm Bill is essential to viticulture in America and is always a big ticket agenda item for WineAmerica. By Michael Kaiser Wine is a value-added agricultural product. It is […]
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April 3, 2024
Doña Paula wanted to redefine sustainability in winemaking with its "Unique" line of organic wines. Against a backdrop of staggering statistics highlighting the exponential growth of the organic wine sector, Doña Paula’s commitment to environmental responsibility stood out as a guiding light. TAKEAWAYS Amidst a global surge in demand for organic wines, Doña Paula wanted to redefine sustainability in winemaking with its "Unique" line of organic wines. Against a backdrop of staggering statistics highlighting the exponential growth of the organic wine sector, Doña Paula’s commitment to environmental responsibility stood out as a guiding light. Doña Paula turned to UPM Raflatac. Their commitment to crafting label materials beyond fossils, and in this case, sourced entirely from recycled components aligned seamlessly with the winery's ethos. ENVI® is made from 100% Post Consumer Waste (PCW) materials and has an ultra
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