Rob McMillan on future of wine industry // Foley Sees Several California Acquisitions Take Off

Silicon Valley Bank's Rob McMillan shares his thoughts on the challenges facing the global wine industry ahead of Wine Future

Known as a serial acquirer of California wine brands, billionaire Bill Foley has seen a number of his more recent plays bear fruit, including three Golden State labels that recently earned Impact “Hot Prospect” awards. Last year, Foley acquired Napa … Continue reading →

There has been a great deal of handwringing and soul searching in the Washington wine industry since Ste. Michelle Wine Estates told growers this summer it was canceling 40% of the company’s fruit contracts. Much of it has focused on what the implications might be for the state and what needs to be done now to get Washington to the next level.

The annual Oregon Vineyard and Winery Report is conducted by the University of Oregon Institute for Policy Research and Engagement, and includes data about wine production, acreage and sales. Figures

Glass remains by far the most dominant packaging format for wine and spirits. But it's heavy to transport, creating concerns over carbon emissions. Will consumers accept the innovations trying to offer more sustainable packaging formats?

It’s obvious how ludicrous are some of the exorbitant tasting room fees that have been established throughout California lately. I think such fees are an audacious afront to anyone seeking whether to buy a bottle of a recently released wine.

French public prosecutor opens two human trafficking investigations after France shuts down grape picker accommodation sites. Read the latest wine news & features on wine-searcher

The Agricultural Labor Relations Board has opened an investigation into the company.

California wineries are gearing up for their annual harvest, optimistic about a fruitful season after a particularly rainy 2023. The Prisoner Wine Company (TPWC) is no exception, with head winemaker Chrissy Wittmann leading the charge in Napa. Chrissy came to winemaking in an unconventional way, discovering her passion

/PRNewswire/ -- The Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) announced the 2024 Board of Directors, with some re-elected for a two year term. Based on the expanding...

How various antioxidants influence oxygen consumption kinetics and browning intensity in two scenarios were analyzed in this study, recently published by the European Food Research and Technology journal.

The ICVV organizes an international congress on Integrated Management in Viticulture which aims to bring together scientists, researchers, students and consultants working on biological control and integrated protection in viticulture. It will take place in Logroño, Spain, on 3-5 October 2023.

No product or service is immune to the flux of trends. Be it the rise of AI or the increasing effects of climate change; worldwide trends impact the wine industry as much as any other.

US packaging machinery shipments in 2022 continued on 2021’s rapid growth trajectory. While economic uncertainty is now starting to hit the market, machines designed around sustainable packaging and those that cater for the boom in e-commerce will continue to be in demand.

Sotheby's is to sell one of the largest and most valuable wine collections to ever come to market, comprising 25,000 bottles of rare and exceptional wine, many straight from the estate where it was grown, whose pre-sale estimates total $50 million.

Former Shaw and Partners analyst Danny Younis still loves wine, but he has put most of his impressive collection up for auction.

The end of summer is bringing cooler temperatures and slowing the pace of ripening in Napa Valley vineyards.

Santorini's wine industry is forecasting a very small production in 2023, after picking a crop that barely managed to reach 30% of the annual...

(The Center Square) – The Washington State Legislature may consider legislation giving the State Liquor and Cannabis Board further rulemaking authority regarding the use of biometric age verification by private

Wine has become an essential part of the €9 billion bilateral trade between Hong Kong and France, as city leads a 130-member business delegation to bolster business and investment ties with France.

This early-in-the-season storm could help fight fires along the California-Oregon border and has the potential to "dramatically improve air quality."

California’s Ron Rubin Winery has announced the launch of Blue Bin, a wine brand using 100% rPET plastic bottles.