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: August Marks Family Winemakers Month: 35 Years of Advocating for Family-Owned Wineries
Statewide campaign urges support for independent wineries amid shifting consumer trends and economic headwinds...
Afternoon Brief: How Benchmark Wine Group Became a $45M Rare Wine Powerhouse
As much of the wine retail industry is struggling amid flat sales and shifting consumer preferences, one company stands apart: Benchmark Wine Group...
Afternoon Brief: Vineyard Workers Celebrated and Arrested
In the same week that Napa Valley Grapegrowers gathered to celebrate their 50th anniversary as an organization, ICE arrested farmworkers in another wine region on California's Central Coast...
Afternoon Brief: Come Together, a Community for Wine Inc. Launches 'Share & Pair Sundays' Campaign
Running from March 23 through May 25, 2025, Share & Pair Sundays will encourage wine and food enthusiasts to gather weekly, fostering connections through shared culinary experiences. The campaign will span ten consecutive Sundays, beginning with the first Sunday of Spring...
Afternoon Brief: It’s 2025 and New Laws for the Alcoholic Beverage Industry are Here, or Coming Soon
The California legislature adopted, and the Governor approved, several amendments to the states alcohol laws this past year (with many amendments already in effect) and several new statutes creating privileges and responsibilities...
Afternoon Brief: Southern Glazer's in Legal Crosshairs at FTC
The Federal Trade Commission will sue Southern Glazers, the worlds biggest wine wholesaler, for illegal business practices that include charging small retailers higher prices than its biggest customers...
Afternoon Brief: Time to Stock Up the Drinks Cabinet
With President Trump once more headed to the White House, tariffs will make it much more expensive to enjoy your favourite tipple...