Demand decline improving with stabilization on the horizon Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank, today released its 2026 State of the US Wine Industry Report. Widely regarded as the leading source of market trends in the premium wine sector, SVB’s 25th annual report provides an analysis of current market conditions, success strategies, and forecasts for the year ahead. The 2026 report estimates the following industry sales totals for 2025: Total volume of ~329 million cases (down from 335.9 million in 2024) Total value of ~$74.3 billion (down from $75.5 billion in 2024). The wine industry is moving through a multi-year demand correction, largely driven by value wines at the under $12 price point. Industry sales in 2025 declined 2.0% (by cases) and 1.6% (by dollars), yet both represent improvements compared to 2024. The industry ended the year with both profit margin compression and higher levels of inventory. The premium industry will likely experience its

Please join us on Thursday, January 15 for a live, virtual event to review findings and analysis from our 2026 State of the U.S. Wine Industry Report. Our panel of wine industry experts will present findings from the latest SVB State of the U.S. Wine Industry survey and discuss market sentiment, ongoing business challenges and share success stories. In this year’s session, we will: Examine the biggest impacts on U.S. wineries’ financial health. Analyze the ongoing shifts in consumer behavior. Investigate the relationship between wine supply and emerging threats. Explore the sales strategies currently used by leading brands. Our panel of wine industry innovators hosting this discussion include: Rob McMillan – EVP & Founder, Silicon Valley Bank Wine Division Janie Brooks Heuck – Managing Director, Brooks Wine Kristin Marchesi – Managing Director, Metis Mergers & Acquisitions Matt Owings – COO & CFO, Rombauer Vineyards Virtual Event Details

November 13, 2025 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Soper Reese Theater 275 S. Main St., Lakeport Join us for an engaging afternoon that brings together growers, winemakers, and industry professionals to explore what makes Lake County winegrapes truly distinctive. Through guided tastings, insightful discussions, and expert-led panels, this event will highlight the character, variety, and innovation that define our region. Register now to secure your seat for this special half-day tasting and learning experience. Program highlights: Aromatic Whites – Explore how Lake County’s high elevations and varied microclimates shape these fragrant, expressive wines. Sauvignon Blanc Comparison – Side-by-side tastings that reveal how Lake County terroir and grower–winemaker collaboration define the region’s signature variety. Alternative Reds – Discover lesser-known reds that thrive in Lake County’s volcanic soils and diverse vineyard sites. Cabernet Sauvignon Co

Corksy Launches Corksy Go POS – Mobile Sales, Anywhere You Pour Handheld, all-in-one device with LTE and Wi-Fi lets wineries sell, sign up members, and personalize service wherever guests are. Irvine, CA — September 9, 2025 — Corksy, the modern DTC platform for wineries, today announced the launch of Corksy Go POS, a handheld, all-in-one point-of-sale system built to help wineries — and other beverage producers — sell anywhere. With LTE (mobile plan required) and Wi-Fi connectivity, Corksy Go gives wineries the freedom to process sales, sign up wine club members, and access guest history wherever they pour — without bulky hardware, extra readers, or being tied to a counter. Go tableside. Go vineyard-side. Go festival-side. From seated tastings to outdoor dinners, from the event lawn to off-site festivals, Corksy Go POS brings wine sales directly to the guest. The device combines Corksy’s POS software, integrated payment processing, wine club t

Looking for fresh ways to engage your customers and boost DTC sales this spring? We've got the perfect opportunity! Join Karen MacNeil—bestselling author and co-creator of Share & Pair Sundays—Kristine Mason—Senior e-Commerce Manager at Joseph Phelps Vineyards—and RedChirp co-founder Jennie Gilbert for an exclusive webinar designed to help wineries like yours turn casual wine lovers into loyal fans. Webinar Details:  Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10 AM Pacific Why Attend? Discover Share & Pair Sundays – A fresh, industry-wide campaign to inspire wine lovers to gather, sip, and share. Unlock the Power of Text Messaging – Learn how wineries are using SMS to cut through the noise and turn interest into action. Grab Prebuilt Message Templates – Get ready-to-send bulk messages designed specifically for Share & Pair Sundays. Pro Tips to Maximize Conversions – Expert strategies to help your DTC team sell more wine

In the event of potential heightened immigration enforcement, businesses must be informed so that they can be prepared. CMPR put together a brief guide for all businesses on what it can do now in advance of any immigration action. Please click here to read more. In short, the following are the key action steps all businesses should take: Key Steps to Take Now: I-9 Compliance: Ensure that all employee records are accurate and complete. Conduct an internal audit to identify any errors or missing documentation. Designate a Response Team: Appoint a point person to handle any ICE interactions. Train staff on legal rights and responsibilities. Prepare for a Raid: Know what to do if ICE arrives. Understand the difference between judicial and administrative warrants, and limit access to only those areas or records authorized by a judicial warrant. Prepare for the PR Fallout: Have a plan in place in case ICE decides to publicize its interaction with your business. Ensure Quality Partners: If yo

Afternoon Brief: Trump's Promise of Mass Deportations Looms over California's Wine Industry

During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump vowed to launch what he called "the largest deportation program in American history," targeting more than 11 million people...

Major changes in 2025 include: Increasing minimum wages and exempt salaries.  Wage and hour (PAGA) reform. Crime victims leave expansions. Indoor and outdoor heat illness standards. And many more! Speakers Arif Virji, Esq. Samantha Pungprakearti, Esq. Justin Hein, Esq. Sarah Hirschfeld-Sussman, Esq. Kristin Mattiske-Nicholles, Esq. CONFERENCE DETAILS Join us In-Person or Remotely by Zoom Date/Time: January 14, 2025 8:30 a.m. - Registration & Breakfast for In-Person Attendees 9:00 a.m. - Program Location: The Oxford Suites - Sonoma County 67 Golf Course Drive West Rohnert Park, CA 94928 In-Person attendees will be eligible to win a $400 gift card for dining at "the girl & the fig" restaurant in our Raffle Prize Drawing. Register Here www.comprlaw.com / Phone: 707-526-4200