ST. HELENA, Calif., (August 2024) – ETS Laboratories is proud to announce a significant milestone in the company’s history: the 25th work anniversary of Dr. Eric Hervé, Research Scientist, Benoit Largeteau, Technical Operations Coordinator, and Ascencion Ayala, Sample Logistic and Client Support Specialist. This remarkable achievement reflects not only their unwavering dedication and exceptional contributions, but also the company’s commitment to nurturing and retaining top talent. Since joining ETS in 1997, Dr. Eric Hervé has been an integral part of the organization’s growth and success. Initially, Hervé joined the team to conduct a cork research program, but since then he has developed new analyses, conducted applied research programs, and investigated wine flavor and taint issues. Hervé’s innovative approach and relentless pursuit of excellence have played a crucial role in the success and growth of ETS Laboratories. Be

Shaping the future of wine and spirits sales The new year is fast approaching, and the speed of change in wine and spirits sales has never been more startling. Many wine and spirits companies are operating if little has changed, and unfortunately, this is causing a significant separation between those who keep pace and those who fall far behind.  So that you can stay ahead of the curve and on top of trends, we’ve assembled a list of what we see as the top six trends to know. 1. “Digital” 3-tier comes of age The neon “no vacancy” sign has been flashing for years regarding wineries and distilleries trying to wedge their way into distributor portfolios. Distributors large, medium, and small are all at total capacity. We constantly hear stories from suppliers being turned away.  To say that wholesalers have reached “maximum capacity” would be a colossal understatement. But the good news is that alternatives DO exist. Consider exploring t

We are thrilled to introduce our new National Sales Manager, Kent VanArnam! A vineyard and winery owner himself, prior to joining the Flextank team, Kent's professional career included excelling as a National Sales Manager and Director of Marketing for large media companies. "When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife Allison, daughter Paige and our son, Max." Kent says. "Some of our favorite things to do include playing in the outdoors, traveling and enjoying live music. I love experiencing the people, culture and natural surroundings of new places.' "My wife and I live just outside of Yakima, Washington where we own cherry orchards, vineyards and a winery. On the weekends, you can often find me on one of our tractors working on our property. For the last 15 years, we have been using Flextanks in our winemaking. I am thrilled to now proudly represent the Flextank brand as I work with wineries to explore ways of using Flextank products to incr

Like Wine, the TricorBraun WinePak and Ponzi Vineyard Partnership Becomes Finer with Age Wine is nearly as old as time. However, to thrive in this highly competitive industry, winemakers must adapt to modern-day nuances. That is key to the ongoing success of one of Oregon’s premier winemakers. After more than 50 years, Ponzi Vineyards continues to pioneer viticultural innovation while maintaining its commitment to winemaking excellence and environmental stewardship. In 2008, as part of its continuing mission to minimize its environmental footprint — and remain LIVE certified sustainable — Ponzi Vineyards sought to switch to a more sustainable glass bottle for its wines. Unfortunately, their search found that traditional glass producers didn’t have a high-quality, “eco-friendly” option. That all changed when TricorBraun WinePak’s account manager, Gillian Brennan, introduced Ponzi Vineyards to a revolutionary new lightweight, sustainable eco-bot