Michigan-based boutique wine brand brings its signature Gewürztraminer and curated tasting experiences to Illinois, DC, Maryland, and California Traverse City, MI and SAN JOSE, CA — April 9, 2026 — BeOnePassion, a Michigan-based boutique wine brand known for its vibrant Gewürztraminer and experience-driven approach to wine, today announced it has selected LibDib as its distribution partner to expand into four new markets: Illinois, Washington, DC, Maryland, and California, alongside its home market of Michigan. This expansion marks a significant milestone for BeOnePassion as it introduces its wines to a broader audience of buyers and consumers who value premium wines as part of a social, curated lifestyle experience where storytelling, aesthetics, and connection are as important as what’s in the glass. At the center of the launch is BeOnePassion’s signature Gewürztraminer, produced in Michigan’s renowned Old Mission Peninsula. The wine

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Bloom signals more than color in the field. It marks the transition into one of the most critical irrigation periods of the year. As crops move from dormancy into active growth, water demand begins to shift quickly. Root systems wake up. Canopies expand. Evapotranspiration increases. What worked during winter or early pre-season conditions will not carry you through bloom and fruit set. This is the moment to recalibrate. Start with a System Check Before peak demand hits, take time to evaluate your irrigation infrastructure: Inspect valves, filters, and pressure regulators Confirm flow meter accuracy Review pump performance under load Test soil moisture sensors and telemetry connectivity Verify that automation schedules match current crop stage Small inconsistencies in early season can become major inefficiencies during full production. Match Irrigation to Crop Physiology During bloom, consistency matters. Over-irrigation can reduce oxygen in the root zone and impact nutrient uptak

New state laws governing the alcoholic beverage industry go into effect frequently. Unless you happen to see a public announcement, how do you find out about these changes, and whether they impact the way you do business in the state? The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law makes it easy. The Digest is updated throughout the year, as laws change. A public listing of recent updates is available on The Digest’s home page. From there, subscribers can view the updated article, marked up to show the changes. Watch Corky, The Digest’s animated assistant, demonstrate how this works. Subscribe to The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law to take advantage of its many powerful features that make it an indispensable research tool for industry professionals. For a demonstration of The Digest, view the video, or contact us to schedule a live screen-share demo. Visit our website or give us a call: 800-400-1353.

Vineyards communicate long before the fruit shows any stress. Subtle shifts in canopy color, changes in shoot vigor, and even small variations in soil texture can reveal how each block is responding to the season. For growers, the challenge is catching those signals early enough to act with confidence. That’s where strong water monitoring makes a difference. With tools that track soil moisture, water flow, pump activity, and irrigation timing across the ranch, growers can see where vines are holding steady and where attention is needed. Instead of guessing based on visual cues alone, they can match irrigation to the real conditions happening beneath the surface. This approach supports more than efficiency. It protects vine health during heat events, helps stabilize fruit quality, and builds a clearer understanding of each block’s behavior over time. Every vineyard has its own pattern and rhythm. When growers can follow those patterns consistently, they gain a new level of

The California legislature recently amended the California recycling labeling requirements for wine and spirits containers, making it significantly easier for wineries and distilleries to comply. The new law, AB 720, extended the deadlines for complying with the labeling requirements and authorized the use of QR codes for CRV compliance. Here are the specifics: The deadline by when all wine and spirits containers in the marketplace must have CRV labeling has been extended a year, from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2026. The cut-off date for the permanent exemption of already labeled containers from CRV requirements has been extended 18 months, from January 1, 2024 to July 1, 2025. Now, any containers filled and labeled without CRV markings before July 1, 2025 will not need any additional labeling to be compliant, even if sold after July 1, 2026. Wineries and distilleries may now use half-inch high QR codes for CRV compliance. This creates an important precedent for other states to follow. W

Wineries holding a Maine Direct Shipper of Wine License may have recently received correspondence from the ME Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) urging them to either comply with the DEP’s new recycling requirements right away or cancel their license. The California Wine Institute met with the agencies involved and confirmed that neither the ME Bureau of Alcoholic Beverage & Lottery Operations (BABLO) nor the DEP will take action against DTC licensees that have not fulfilled the recycling requirements, as long as they do not ship to Maine consumers. For holders of a ME DTC license, we recommend keeping the license in place, but not shipping direct to consumers in ME until the issues are worked out. The DEP has acknowledged the problems and is currently working on several possible proposals to potentially ease the requirements in 2026. The DEP is also seeking public comment, and has posted information on how to comment on their recycling program on this webpage. We

As harvest winds down, irrigation often slips from top of mind, but post-harvest is one of the most important times to understand how vines use water. After the fruit is gone, the focus shifts below ground. Roots continue to grow and store carbohydrates that fuel next year’s crop, and that process depends on balanced soil moisture. Monitoring water data after harvest helps growers protect root health, avoid stress, and prepare for pruning and dormancy. When soil dries too quickly or irrigation is inconsistent, vines may shut down early, limiting their energy reserves for the following season. On the other hand, overwatering at this stage can cause unnecessary nutrient leaching and wasted resources. With technology like WiseConn, growers can track real-time soil moisture, flow, and valve performance across the vineyard, even when field activity slows. These insights make it easier to maintain optimal conditions through post-harvest irrigation and decide when to reduce water with

HERTI will be exhibiting at SITEVI 2025, the international trade show for viticulture, winemaking, and agri-innovation, taking place in Montpellier, France, from November 25 to 27. Visit us at booth A3 - A017 to discover our aluminum closures for wine, spirits and olive oil. Let’s shape the future of packaging together!

DTC product registrations are now available via Product Registration Online (PRO) for those holding the new Arkansas Wine Direct Shipping Permit. Please note: if PRO requires selecting a wholesaler during the registration process, the license is not being recognized as a DTC license. This can be corrected by AR ABC’s staff. Email them using the contact information provided in PRO. Subscribers to The Digest of Wine & Spirits Law have easy access to important state updates, which include citations to relevant regulations. For a demonstration of The Digest, view the video, or contact us to schedule a live screen-share demo. Visit our website or give us a call: 800-400-1353.