New York City (October 26, 2020)—After a 33-year career at M. Shanken Communications, Thomas Matthews is stepping down as executive editor of Wine Spectator. Jeffery Lindenmuth, executive editor of sibling publication Whisky Advocate, will assume the role. The transition will take place at the end of 2020, announced Marvin R. Shanken, editor and publisher of both magazines. “As […] The post Wine Spectator Announces New Executive Editor appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/10/26/wine-spectator-new-executive-editor?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wine-spectator-new-executive-editor Published Date:Mon, 26 Oct 2020 18:26:03 +0000 

March 10th – WALLA WALLA _ Victor de la Luz’ first winemaking job was working for winemaker Aryn Morell at Matthews Winery in 2007 at its original Woodinville winery. De la Luz’ latest job is working with Morell as the Production Manager at M&L Production in Walla Walla where the Matthews wines are produced in addition to the other Otis Family ultra-premium brands […] The post Aryn Morell, Victor de la Luz Reunite to Lead Walla Walla’s M&L Productions appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/03/10/aryn-morell-victor-de-la-luz-reunite?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aryn-morell-victor-de-la-luz-reunite Published Date:Wed, 10 Mar 2021 19:45:07 +0000 

Join us to explore how fewer row passes can enhance vineyard health, improve grape quality, and boost sustainability. We'll begin with a presentation on climate change impacts and actionable strategies. Lisa Francioni (CSWA) will share key research findings on California viticulture and introduce a Climate Action Toolkit to help prioritize resilient practices. Next, we'll head to the vineyard for an equipment demo, followed by a panel discussion with experienced growers. They'll share practical insights, success stories, and real-world solutions for sustainable, cost-effective vineyard management—reducing compaction, preserving soil integrity, and maximizing efficiency. REGISTER   Speakers: Lisa Francioni, California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance Jeff Lehar, Monterey Pacific Oliver Matthews, Vineyard Professional Services John Pierini, J. Lohr Vineyards Eric Steiger, Coastal Vineyard Care Associates   CE: CCA 2 - S

Afternoon Brief, January 31st

Washington the Winner in Bad Wine Year: Each year, when many of Sonoma County’s 1,800 certified sustainable winegrape growers gather for the Sonoma County Winegrowers’ (SCW) annual meeting, they want to know what is next for one of the world’s most sustainable winegrowing regions. Today, they learned the answer to their question...

Afternoon Brief, December 12th

DRINKS Partners with Sovos to Offer a  Full-Service Solution for Wineries and Alcohol Retailers on Shopify: New partnership streamlines e-commerce alcohol sales, tax compliance and reporting by integrating the best-in-class solutions for alcohol merchants...