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Archive for May, 2018

Wine Spectator Learning Center opens at Sonoma State University

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Castello Banfi Featured by Charles Scicolone

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Castello Banfi is the focus of Charles Scicolone’s article “Visiting Castello Banfi.” The longtime, well-respected wine writer visited the estate recently as part of a […]

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Wilson Daniels Wholesale acquires Galaxy Wine

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The Underwood family's Wilson Daniels Wholesale, New York, has agreed to acquire Portland, Ore.-based Galaxy Wine Co. from its founders, Matt Elsen and Bob Liner.  Read more


Video Replay: Secrets to Successful DtC Sales

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On May 17th we presented several of the findings from the most recent Direct to Consumer survey. This year we again had good participation from the wine business community both in region and by case production. Many great observations were offered from... Read more

WineAmerica Applauds Excise Tax Law Development

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For Immediate Release Thursday, May 17, 2018 WASHINGTON, DC–WineAmerica is delighted that wineries throughout the country will now be able to take full advantage of reduced federal excise taxes due to an announcement by the federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) that it is extending an “alternate procedure” through December 31, 2019. […] Read more

Stillhouse Spirits breaks mold of American whiskey market

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Achieving success in a crowded market is a task that goes beyond producing a quality product, and is one that Stillhouse Spirits Co., Los Angeles, has been able to achieve. Read more

Last Chance: SVB Live DtC Videocast

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I wanted to title this post with something like, "Jaw Dropping Evidence You Won't Believe !!" Then I was going to send you to another site that would have you click through 75 random pictures. Don't you hate it when you get pulled into one of those lin... Read more

Support Animals and the New Napa Hillside Initiative

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This past weekend I went to Trader Joe's to get supplies for making pizza. When I entered the store, I noticed an old yellow Labrador mix wearing a vest that said "Service Dog," the kind anyone without any proof can buy from Amazon.Rover was wandering ... Read more

WSWA 75th Annual Convention & Exposition Opening General Session Part 1

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Afternoon in the Vineyards draws locals to Napa vineyards

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