Gallo Winery Qualifies for New York Manufacturing Tax Benefit // The Oregon Health Authority Lied and Can't Be Trusted on Issues of Alcohol and Taxes

E. & J. Gallo Winery qualifies for manufacturer tax status and a lower franchise tax rate for its vineyard along Seneca Lake, the New York Division of Tax Appeals said.

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Australian Vintage has reported earnings growth despite tough trading conditions, with its strategic plan proving crucial.

Farmers meet their colleagues from neighboring countries and join forces in their protests against European Union agriculture policies.

The survey confirms wine drinkers between 21-39 are in the “exploration” and “adoption” stages of wine usage – and have been increasing their wine drinking frequency in the past two years, which is to be expected. 

Medical professionals are challenging the widely held belief that red wine is beneficial to your health, suggesting that any amount of alcohol consumption, red wine included, could lead to serious health hazards.

Debt recapitalization continues with positive future support

The Duckhorn Portfolio, Inc. (NYSE: NAPA) (the “Company”) announced today that it will report financial results for the second quarter ended January 31, 2024, on Thursday, March 7, 2024, after market close.

With this agreement, RNDC will continue to strengthen our partnership with RW&S, all while expanding our distribution agreement into 30 states.

Bibendum and Campari have teamed up to give a fresh boost to Champagne Lallier, with the Campari-owned house now joining the on-trade distribution’s portfolio of premium brands.

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has announced five new MWs have joined its membership, including four in the UK and one based in Italy.

Anaba Wines, a premium producer of Rhône and Burgundy varietal wines from Sonoma County, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Mascia as Winery Production Manager and Michelle Hogan as Marketing Director. 

On January 31, 2024, The Department of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) announced that it will be holding listening sessions and accepting comments on the labeling of wine, distilled spirits, and malt beverages. This announcement stems from a 2022 report recommending that TTB consider new rules.

The design of the wine label is one of the most important marketing decisions for wineries. Wine labels influence consumer behavior. While previous studies have focused on the front labels of red wines, a recent research study focuses on the effects of color on back labels and includes white wine varieties.

Luxury consumer items may well be recession-proof but when it comes to wine, there can be leaks.

Chris Stroud of New Zealand Winegrowers explains why the premium on-trade is key to growth of quality New Zealand wines in the UK.

Nearly 24,000 bottles worth of wine totaling an estimated $600,000 were ruined at Sparkman Cellars, the King County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.

Spain’s police is investigating an act of vandalism that caused an estimated loss of €2.5 million ($2.7 million) in spilled wine at a well-known cellar.