Afternoon Brief: Kenwood Vineyards Goes Dark as Korbel Owner Buys Back Sonoma Property
Kenwood Vineyards, a longtime Sonoma Valley winery, has abruptly closed its tasting room, and a new property sale raises fresh questions about the brand's future...
The Political Tug-of-War The title of this post reflects the actions the Surgeon General is promoting. It's part of a long-term, well-thought-out, and well-funded campaign against consuming alcohol - any amount of alcohol. The campaign runs circles around anyone wanting to point out the other...
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LISTEN IN Businesses are vital contributors to the communities they serve. Beyond stimulating the economy and creating jobs, many business owners go the extra mile by creating a meaningful philanthropy program. Their efforts profoundly impact facets of the community that need support the most....
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Wine and spirits distributors do not always get full credit for their myriad of services offered. With portfolios bursting at the seams, their role in the 3-tier system is difficult. We at Andavi Solutions would like to recognize some of the critical functions distributors perform on behalf of...
Read MoreAfternoon Brief: One Year Later, Canadian Bans on U.S. Wine Cost American Industry $357 Million in 2025
Full-year data confirms steepest single-year export disruption in modern U.S. wine trade; Wine Institute calls for resolution...
Afternoon Brief: Bourbon and Wine About to Get Cheaper
The fine wine and spirit sectors might be slowing, but the bulk end of the market is doing just fine...
Afternoon Brief: Vinarchy - A New Global Wine Company
Vinarchy combines the assets of wholly-owned Accolade Wines with the Australian, New Zealand and Spanish wine businesses formerly owned by Pernod Ricard, which were acquired by AWL in April 2025...
