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April 21, 2026
AI Marketing Readiness Report 2026 | Wine Industry Data
New research: How ready is the wine industry for AI marketing?
The Weinheimer Group has released its 2026 AI Marketing Readiness Survey, the first primary research study of its kind focused on AI adoption among winery operators and marketing decision-makers.
Key findings from the verified respondent set:
— The majority of winery operators have not yet integrated AI into their marketing workflows, though awareness is high and directional intent to act is growing.
— When asked what would move them toward adoption, respondents identified education and a clear starting point as the primary catalysts, ahead of budget or access to tools.
— AI-powered search visibility is emerging as a priority concern. Operators are beginning to ask how their winery appears when a consumer queries an AI assistant for a recommendation.
The findings are grounded in responses from verified wine industry professionals and presented alongside my VINTAGE2 AI marketing roadmap framework.
Note that all of these findings are directional as it can be challenging I've learned to pull winery folks away from their work to share their perspectives. Thank you to all of those who participated.
I also welcome your perspective!
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April 10, 2026
Event Type: Seminar
Location: The Greenview Bar & Grill 19210 Hartmann Road, Hidden Valley Lake, California 95467
Date: 4/29/2026
The Vineyard to Market Workshop Series launches this spring as a three-part program designed to support Lake County growers in navigating today’s market landscape. Each session will focus on a critical piece of the grower-to-buyer relationship, from understanding winery expectations to refining how vineyards are positioned and communicated, to gaining clarity around contracts and negotiations. Workshop 1 | April 29, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Buyer Perspectives: What Wineries Are Looking for From Growers An inside look at how wineries evaluate vineyard partners, including current market conditions, quality expectations, and key factors influencing purchasing decisions. Speakers: Ben Byczynski, Director of Vineyard Operations, Draxton Wines Ryan Decker, Owner, DeckerVIT Workshop 2 | May 20, 2026, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Vineyard Branding & Messaging: Communicating the Value of Your Vineyard A practical session focused on how to clearly position and communicate vineyard value. To
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Your next customer will see your winery before they ever taste your wine. They'll see it on Instagram while planning a weekend trip. They'll see it on your website while deciding whether to book a reservation. They'll see it in an email while considering whether your wine club is worth joining. And in every one of those moments, they're making a decision based on what your visuals tell them about who you are. This isn't a trend. It's how people buy now. According to a 2023 study by Cloudinary and Harris Poll, 75% of online shoppers say product photos are the most influential factor in their purchase decisions. That number holds across categories, and it holds in wine. The difference is that wineries aren't just selling a product. They're selling an experience, a place, a feeling. Which means your visual content has to do more work than a product shot on a white background. It has to make someone want to be there. Most wineries know this on some level. Fe
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March 25, 2026
Event Type: Seminar
Location: Newberg, OR
Date: 5/12/2026
Join leading wine industry attorneys, winery owners, and professionals for a focused half-day panel discussion. Panelists include: Arnaud Joubert - Légi Conseils Bourgogne Mario Zepponi - BMO Howard Bailey - Arch + Beam Pete Danko - Portland Business Journal Michael (“Mikey”) Etzel - Beaux Frères Winery Janie Brooks Heuck - Brooks Winery Barbara Gross - Cooper Mountain Vineyards David Millman - Domaine Drouhin Rusty Field - Domaine Serene Adam Campbell - Elk Cove Winery JB Rivail - Ponzi Vineyards What you’ll gain: Practical strategies to manage financial and operational risk Insights on protecting assets in a shifting market Real-world perspectives from industry leaders and advisors Actionable steps to strengthen stability and long-term positioning May 12, 2026 7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. Check-In & Breakfast 8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Program The Allision Inn & Spa 2525 Allison Lane Newberg, OR 97132 Register Here
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Event Type: Conference, Seminar
Location: Wine Sales Symposium
Date: 5/13/2026 — 9:50 AM to 10:35 AM
Explore the newest RedChirp innovations, the latest carrier changes in the telecom industry, and how leading wineries are evolving their messaging strategies to stay ahead. Jennie Gilbert will be joined by industry experts Paul Learly, Founder of Assemblage Strategy Group, and a WISE (Wine Industry Sales Education) partner, bringing deep, hands-on experience from their work with hundreds of wineries. Together, they’ll share actionable strategies to grow subscriber lists (email too!), increase engagement, and what's working best to drive revenue during the challenges of today’s DTC wine market. Attendees will leave with timely industry updates, expert perspectives, and practical ideas they can implement immediately. Wine Sales Symposium - May 13, 2026 DoubleTree Hotel in Rohnert Park, CA Learn More
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March 10, 2026
March 10, 2026 (Windsor, CA) — Beverage alcohol producers rely on multiple platforms to manage direct to consumer operations. When those systems operate separately, it creates manual work, missed revenue opportunities, and disjointed customer experiences. Vinoshipper and RedChirp have announced a new integration designed to bring systems together by connecting Vinoshipper’s e-commerce, POS, club, compliance, and fulfillment platform with RedChirp’s industry-leading text messaging software. The result is a seamless flow of customer, order, club, and shipping data that allows wineries, cideries, meaderies, and other beverage alcohol producers to automate communication, improve customer service, grow customer lists, and drive measurable revenue. From Commerce to Conversation By bridging Vinoshipper’s platforms with RedChirp’s texting and automation tools, producers can now transform everyday transactions into meaningful customer engagement. Key be
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“Peer to peer.” What are my neighbors doing? How are my neighbors doing, in relation to my winery? I’m all for running your own race, and doing what’s right for your own brand and your own business. I also understand that we live in a tight, relational ecosystem of wine. What’s happening with your peers matters and it can provide important perspective and context for what’s happening with you. This week I’d like to hover over two peer-to-peer perspectives. First up, our latest “snapshot” from January, highlighting key metrics across our entire dataset. For the first time we’re also including the WISE Triple Score, thanks to our newest partnership with the WISE team. Important takeaways from this community snapshot: Wineries gathered more customer data this January than last January, successfully building their databases for future marketing efforts. Winning wineries convert improved data capture and club conversion
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February 2, 2026
Here’s the truth: strong businesses are built on strong leaders. And while some people seem like “natural leaders,” most great managers don’t just stumble into success. They learn it, practice it, and grow into it. That’s where leadership training comes in. At The Personnel Perspective, we’ve spent nearly 40 years helping organizations bring out the very best in their people. And if there’s one thing we’ve seen over and over, it’s this: investing in leadership training is one of the smartest financial decisions you can make. Let’s dive into the ROI of leadership development and how services like leadership training Boise and leadership coaching programs Boise can transform your workplace, boosting productivity, cutting costs, and creating teams people actually want to be a part of. TL;DR: Getting Returns on Your Leadership Training Short on time? No worries. Here’s the short and sweet of this blog: Leadership t
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January 28, 2026
Alexander Valley, CA — April 2026 — This April, Alexander Valley Winegrowers invite wine lovers—both new and experienced—to slow down, sip freely, and reconnect with the heart of wine country during TASTE Alexander Valley: Back to Our Roots, a month-long celebration of wine, hospitality, and genuine connection. Running throughout the entire month of April, TASTE Alexander Valley offers a rare opportunity to experience the region without the usual barriers of tasting fees. Participating wineries will provide complimentary tastings, welcoming guests to explore at their own pace while engaging directly with the growers, winemakers, and owners who define Alexander Valley. “TASTE Alexander Valley is about removing the barriers that often keep people from exploring wine,” said Jessie Vallery, Executive Director of Alexander Valley Winegrowers. “Whether you’re just starting to learn about wine, or you love tasting but are tired
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Trying to run an effective and efficient business without strong leadership is a practice in futility, but spotting leadership qualities isn’t exactly easy either. Even with lots of on-paper qualifications and potential experience, at the end of the day it’s the actions, mindset, and impact they leave that determines a leader. If you’re a business owner or manager, you might be wondering: How do I know if someone on my team has what it takes to lead? Well, that’s exactly what we’ll cover here! At The Personnel Perspective, we’ve spent decades helping companies build confident, effective leaders through coaching and leadership development training in Sonoma County. Here’s what to look for when identifying the people who could shape your organization’s future. They’ve Got People Skills, Not Just Job Skills Being good at a job is important, but leadership requires something more: emotional intelligence. The best leaders know how t
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