Savour Quality from Europe: Tuscany’s Wine and Olive Oil Icons Find New Fans in Canada October 2025 [Vancouver, BC] Canadians are falling in love with the real taste of Tuscany as testimonial of the European quality. This year, two of the most respected European producer groups, the Consorzio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and the Associazione Produttori Olivicoli Toscani (APOT), are sharing their story through the European Union–funded campaign Savor Quality from Europe. The campaign celebrates craftsmanship, authenticity, and sustainability by connecting Canadians with the winemakers and olive growers who represent the heart of European culture. Why Canada’s Falling for European Products Canada is becoming one of the most exciting destinations for premium European food and wine. Consumers here want products that tell a story: where they come from, who makes them, and why they matter. The Consorzio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and APOT see that as a perfect match for

We’re thrilled to share that AWT Labels & Packaging has won Best of Category at the 2025 Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) Star Awards! Our Keeper’s Heart Single Irish Bourbon Whiskey label was recognized as the top entry in the “Labels and Wraps” category, showcasing unmatched craftsmanship and innovation in print. AWT’s Ink Department has been named Team of the Year at the 2025 PIM Professional of the Year Awards! This well-deserved recognition highlights their dedication, expertise, and incredible teamwork. The award was accepted by Operations Lead  Ryan Nichols and Ink Department Manger Chris Sandberg. Ryan was nominated for Young Professional of the Year, a testament to his talent and leadership. Finally, we celebrate Jim Lundquist, honored as the Graphic Arts Industry Leader of the Year. Jim’s legacy of excellence continues to inspire all of us at AWT.  Huge thanks to our incredible team for making this win possible!

Afternoon Brief, March 30th

North Coast Wineries Should Prep for More Diverse Tasting Room Visitors: North Coast vintners should prepare for tasting-room visitors who are younger and more ethnically and financially diverse than they may be used to, according to a panel of tourism and wine industry experts Tuesday...

Afternoon Brief, February 8th

Heitz Cellar Sued Over Wages: A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against Heitz Cellar for allegedly violating California’s wage laws, according to court records...

Raise your hand if your winery enjoyed a spike in wine club acquisition in 2021. We have heard (and seen the metrics) that many wineries were able to not only keep their club members through 2020, but also saw an increase in acquisitions in 2021 with the increased traffic. Fantastic! Too bad we can’t sit back and enjoy the fruits of our labors. Now that we have your attention, it is time to consider the normal tail of attrition that follows – usually 18 to 36 months after the initial join. That means there will be several cancellations happening sometime in the next several months. Now, raise your hand if visitor counts are slowing from last year. We know all wine regions saw an overall decrease in traffic in 2022. Most likely, the actual number of new member signups is also slowing. Simple algebra will tell us if the number of new members joining is slowing, and the natural attrition spike is looming, we may have storm clouds on the horizon. The good news is that we can g

The Mill Keeper Is the Presenting Sponsor of the Napa Valley State Parks Association Annual Harvest Dinner at Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park on September 24

(September 1, 2022; Napa, Calif.)— The Mill Keeper Founder Tom Gamble is pleased to announce that his newly launched multi-vintage wine brand will be the presenting sponsor of the Napa […]