Afternoon Brief: Napa Valley’s Wineries Adapt Amid ‘Shocking’ Downturn
From layoffs to export troubles, California’s wine industry is in flux – but small producers are innovating to survive...
Afternoon Brief, January 31st
The Next Normal—DtC Shipping Reverts to Pre-Pandemic Predictions: The 2022 Direct to Consumer Wine Shipping Report has been released, and the industry is likely breathing a collective sigh of relief. The report, an annual collaboration between Sovos ShipCompliant and Wines Vines Analytics, shows the industry slowly returning to its pre-pandemic state...
Afternoon Brief, June 22nd
Vintage Wine Estates, Inc. Completes Acquisition of the Sommelier Company: Vintage Wine Estates, Inc., one of the fastest growing U.S. wine producers with an industry leading direct-to-customer platform, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of The Sommelier Company. Founded by Principal Jörn (“Joey”) Kleinhans PhD, CFA, in 2013, The Sommelier Company is a global provider of independent wine and spirits expertise, private tasting events and education...