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

Wine’s Most Inspiring People: Ron Rosenbrand—Viticulturist, Spring Mountain Vineyard

Ron Rosenbrand didn’t need a fire to cement his legacy at Spring Mountain Vineyard in Napa. By that awful late September night in 2020, he had already logged almost 20 […]

As obvious as it is that Tom Brady is in the Super Bowl again; it is also obvious to this pundit that one of the booze delivery apps would be gobbled up by a ride hailing company. How did we know? What makes us so smart? Nothing at all except listening to the tea leaves. […] The post Uber Buying Drizly Is the Tip of the Spear/Booze Business Comes of Tech Age! appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/02/02/uber-buying-drizly-tip-of-the-spear-booze-business?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uber-buying-drizly-tip-of-the-spear-booze-business Published Date:Tue, 02 Feb 2021 20:31:31 +0000 

There is no doubt, to anyone, that 2020 was challenging. 50% of the market was shut down 75% of the year. Our prediction newsletter, 7 years running, has been generally pretty spot on during that time. Let’s recap 2020. Mass layoffs at the distributor level. Brands shuttering. Bars and restaurants closing at key dining cities […] The post Top Five 2021 Predictions from Brian Rosen, BevStrat appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/12/28/top-five-2021-predictions-brian-rosen-bevstrat?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-five-2021-predictions-brian-rosen-bevstrat Published Date:Mon, 28 Dec 2020 20:22:56 +0000 

I am not crazy. I am not delusional. I am not high on my own supply. I am a 35-year veteran of the booze business. I have run beverage companies at all three tiers. I have sold two beverage companies to private equity and invested millions of my personal money into adult beverage brands. So […] The post 2020 Was the Best Year for the Adult Beverage Industry appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/12/07/2020-best-year-adult-beverage-industry?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2020-best-year-adult-beverage-industry Published Date:Mon, 07 Dec 2020 21:04:16 +0000