Afternoon Brief: Kenwood Vineyards Goes Dark as Korbel Owner Buys Back Sonoma Property
Kenwood Vineyards, a longtime Sonoma Valley winery, has abruptly closed its tasting room, and a new property sale raises fresh questions about the brand's future...
Afternoon Brief: Could the U.S. Supreme Court Hear a New Wine Case?
Opponents of Arizona's ban on sales by out-of-state wine retailers are petitioning justices to intervene and clarify a confusing legal tangle...
Afternoon Brief: Wine Market Council Announces 2026 Research Conference: “Innovating Wine for Tomorrow’s Market”
This year’s theme, “Innovating Wine for Tomorrow’s Market,” will spotlight forward-thinking research, emerging consumer trends, and innovative strategies designed to help the wine industry adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving marketplace...
Afternoon Brief: Wine Institute Statement on Federal Government Shutdown
This shutdown comes at a critical moment for the U.S. wine industry, said Robert P. Koch, president and CEO of Wine Institute. Harvest is underway, and wineries are cut off from essential federal services most urgently, label approvals that are legally required before wine can be bottled or sold"...
Afternoon Brief: Online Alcohol Marketplace Provi Settles Antitrust Lawsuit Against Southern Glazer's
Online wholesale alcohol platform Provi has settled its federal antitrust lawsuit accusing Southern Glazer's, the largest U.S. distributor of wine and spirits, of stifling competition...
Afternoon Brief: CAWG-Sponsored Legislation Signed into Law
This weekend, legislation co-sponsored by the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) was signed into law by Governor Newsom. SB 279 (McNerney) will make it easier for growers across California to...
Afternoon Brief: Roberta Corrà Named "Person of the Year" in Wine Enthusiast's 2025 Wine Star Awards
Roberta Corr, CEO of Frederick Wildman & Sons has been named Person of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine in the 2025 Wine Star Awards. The annual awards celebrate the most influential leaders in the beverage industry, recognizing their outstanding achievements, vision, and impact...
Afternoon Brief: US Shutdown Worries Wine and Whiskey
The political standoff in Washington means no new brands for Christmas, unless significant progress is made...
Afternoon Brief: August Depletions Show Sharp Declines - Can the Holiday Trends Turn the Tide?
August brought another challenging month for the beverage alcohol industry, with both wine and spirits experiencing sharp year-over-year declines. The overall weakness highlights ongoing consumer and channel pressures....
Afternoon Brief: Industry to Come Together at Premiere Napa Valley 2026
Hosted by Napa Valley Vintners, the 30th Annual Premiere Napa Valley will take place February 1821, 2026. This week-long celebration of Napa Valley wine and community offers an exclusive first look at the highly anticipated 2024 vintage...