Fresh Whites for Warmer Days    Now available: 2023 Columbia Valley Sauvignon Blanc — a fresh, versatile bulk wine option for wineries refining white wine programs and planning upcoming releases. Columbia Valley’s climate of warm days and cool nights supports slow, even ripening while preserving natural acidity, resulting in wines with bright fruit character and crisp balance. This makes Sauvignon Blanc a strong fit for both standalone bottlings and blending applications. View Listing The WIN Marketplace is built to connect buyers and sellers across the wine industry, and listings like this 2023 Columbia Valley Sauvignon Blanc highlight how the platform helps wineries efficiently source quality wines from trusted producers. With its bright acidity, fresh fruit profile, and versatility, Sauvignon Blanc is a valuable option for both blending and standalone programs as wineries refine their white wine portfolios. If you have bulk wine available, now is an ideal ti

A Versatile White for Your Next Release  Now available: 2023 Columbia Valley Chardonnay — a versatile bulk wine option for wineries refining white wine programs, building blends, or planning upcoming bottlings. Columbia Valley Chardonnay is known for its balance of ripe fruit and fresh acidity, making it a flexible choice for a range of styles — from crisp, fruit-forward wines to more structured, oak-influenced programs. As wineries evaluate inventory and finalize production plans, listings like this provide a timely opportunity to source quality Chardonnay while decisions are still in motion. View Listing The WIN Marketplace is built to connect buyers and sellers across the wine industry, and listings like this 2023 Columbia Valley Chardonnay highlight how the platform helps wineries efficiently source quality wines from trusted producers. With its balance of ripe fruit and fresh acidity, Chardonnay remains a versatile option for both blending and standalone progra

2023 Columbia Valley — Merlot    Now available: 2023 Columbia Valley Merlot — a versatile bulk wine option for wineries refining blends, rounding out red programs, or planning upcoming bottlings. Fruit from the Columbia Valley in Oregon benefits from warm days, cool nights, and a long growing season, helping Merlot develop ripe fruit character while maintaining balance and structure. This makes it a flexible option for both blending and standalone programs.  View Listing The WIN Marketplace is built to connect buyers and sellers across the wine industry, and listings like this 2023 Columbia Valley Merlot highlight how the platform helps wineries efficiently source quality wines from trusted producers. With its rich fruit profile, smooth structure, and versatility, Merlot remains a dependable option for both blending and standalone programs as wineries finalize bottling and inventory decisions. If you have bulk wine available, now is an ideal time to create

Rock Custom Wines: Bulk Wine Portfolio   A new collection of Columbia Valley bulk wine listings from Rock Custom Wines has just been added to the WIN Marketplace, giving buyers the opportunity to explore a range of varietals and vintages from a single source.  This portfolio currently includes: 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon — Columbia Valley 2023 Sauvignon Blanc — Columbia Valley 2023 Chardonnay — Columbia Valley 2023 Merlot — Columbia Valley 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon — Columbia Valley  For wineries looking to refine blends, fill inventory gaps, or source finished wine for upcoming bottlings, listings like these from Rock Custom Wines make it easy to evaluate multiple options in one place.  👉 Explore the Listing and Connect Directly with the Seller The WIN Marketplace is built to connect buyers and sellers across the wine industry, and portfolios like this collection of Columbia Valley bulk wine listings from Rock Custom Wines hig

Are you paying for undercarriage corrosion? Whether it’s a company car or a heavy-duty commercial truck, there’s a hidden part of your vehicle and constantly under attack: the underbelly. Why should you care? Because the structural and operational integrity of your undercarriage directly impacts vehicle safety, performance, and even long-term value!   Unfortunately, in the rush of doing a vehicle wash, it’s commonplace to skip this crucial cleaning step. But when you do, it leaves expensive systems—like the brake lines, suspension, and exhaust—exposed to relentless corrosion. And repair and replacement costs can rapidly climb into the thousands of dollars! 4 Sneaky Undercarriage Corrosives 1. Damage Scratcher Gravel, rocks, glass and general road debris bounce up into your undercarriage and constantly scrape and chip away at the protective coatings and paint. Once the bare metal is exposed, rust immediately sets in. 2. Sticky Sponge Wh

Forget the harsh, high-proof jars of yesteryear. This is Moon Moonshine, a modern spirit for a modern drinker: smooth, flavorful, mixable, and built for today’s drinkers. It’s low sugar, low calories, no artificial ingredients, and has a lighter, smoother finish than most tequila or whiskey.  Crafted in Kentucky with non-GMO corn, premium limestone and shale–filtered spring water, and distilled in copper pot stills, Moon Moonshine delivers a clean, contemporary take on America’s original spirit. Three all-natural flavors—Citrus, Berry, and Tropical—come in at 35% ABV. Launched just four months ago, the brand is already picking up major traction in Florida. College bars, beach bars, cocktail bars—they’re all leaning in. And with good reason: Moon Moonshine is easy, versatile, and profitable for Buyers. “Moon Moonshine takes a timeless spirit and gives it a bold, modern twist. We wanted a people-forward brand that’s s

Conflict at work happens. Put a group of people together with different personalities, goals, and communication styles, and sooner or later, tensions flare. And that’s not always a bad thing! Healthy conflict can push teams to think bigger, innovate, and challenge assumptions. But when disagreements turn into ongoing friction, things can get messy fast. Productivity slips, trust erodes, and collaboration feels impossible. The good news? Conflict doesn’t have to be the end of teamwork. In fact, if handled well, it can be the spark that helps teams grow stronger. At The Personnel Perspective, we’ve spent decades helping organizations navigate these tricky situations. Through leadership development training in Sonoma County and leadership training in Napa County, plus hands-on conflict resolution and facilitation, we’ve seen firsthand how teams can bounce back, even stronger than before. So, let’s dive into what really works when it comes to handling con

Let’s face it—these are tough times. As the economy shifts and visitor traffic ebbs and flows, wineries are tasked with doing more with less. That means every single guest matters more than ever, and every interaction counts. The stakes are high, and there’s no room for guesswork when it comes to hospitality and sales. Enter mystery shopping. For nearly two decades, WISE has been quietly—and powerfully—supporting wineries by providing unbiased, expert insights into tasting room performance through our Mystery Shopping Program. Whether you’re onboarding new team members or sharpening the saw for seasoned staff, mystery shopping is the ultimate mirror. It reflects not just what your guests are experiencing, but how those experiences are impacting your bottom line. Why Mystery Shopping Matters for New Staff New hires may arrive with enthusiasm, but they also come with uncertainty. What exactly does “great hospitality” mean at your winery? W

The COVID-era shift to remote and hybrid work brought many benefits: flexibility, broader talent pools, and increased autonomy. But it also came with a major cost—especially for those in the DTC wine world: we lost the spontaneous learning and camaraderie that happened naturally when we shared the same space. Gone are the days of overhearing a colleague crush a club sales call or brainstorm a great pitch for a wine event. We don’t gather in the break room to compare Survivor predictions or poke our heads over a cubicle to troubleshoot a customer issue. Those moments—informal, unscripted, and deeply valuable—were how culture was shared, best practices spread, and new team members learned the ropes. Now, our teams are spread across time zones and working from home. Our phone sales specialists might be in Oregon, our club manager in Omaha, and our fulfillment team hours away. How do we recreate that sense of connection and community when we don’t bump i

Afternoon Brief: Global Wine Recovery on the Horizon

The wine industry could be back on an upward trajectory in as little as 12 months, according to one study...