Republic National Distributing Co applies for bankruptcy // Veraison 2026 suggests that our earliest-ever harvest is coming, maybe as soon as two weeks

Republic National Distributing Co (RNDC) has capped a torrid 14 months with the news that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

We found veraison (color change) in our Syrah on July 9th. That's tied with 2014 for our earliest date ever. But while July 2014 was relatively cool, this year has seen such good ripening conditions that we're expecting to break records.

After peaking at some 344 million 9-liter cases in 2020, the U.S. wine market has endured five straight years of volume declines. That trend is continuing in 2026, with the wine category projected to slip 3.5% to below 300 million.

Fires hurting regional economies, testing Europe's capacity to respond.

Once a successful Napa vineyard, Clark-Claudon Vineyards is being gifted back to Mother Nature.

Discover how The French Laundry's personalized wine pairings, curated by head sommelier Andrew Adelson, elevate Napa Valley's iconic fine-dining experience.

As more states crack down on Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) shipping rules and regulations, with some taking a more aggressive approach with sting operations that check for age and other verifications, now is a good time to review compliance pointers.

In a July 2026 webinar hosted by Sovos ShipCompliant, guest speaker Andrea Nappi Conforme, President, National Association of Beverage Importers (NABI), delved into the nuances of EPR requirements to help companies navigate this emerging regulatory framework.

French authorities order evacuation of almost 4,000 people from Lacanau resort amid return of heatwave.

Jane Anson covers the Bordeaux wild fires of July 2026 looking at their impact on the wine industry and vintage.

As fires continue to burn throughout the northern hemisphere, W. Blake Gray investigates both the human and viticultural cost.

IN THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS HOUSTON DIVISION

For generations, Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) has been proud to serve customers and suppliers across the United States.

The US beverage alcohol market continues to face structural pressure in 2026. Based on bw166’s tracking of 100% of shipments into the US market, volumes remain down across beer, wine, and spirits.

The third annual State of Winery Health Report, built from 541 winery professionals, distills what sets the healthiest apart into five habits any winery can adopt.

In the four weeks ending July 18th, Wine experienced familiar declines, with dollar sales down -3.9% and volume declining -5.6%.

The 2026 vintage in the Loire Valley is proving to be exceptional due to the widespread drought affecting the region.

Spain's Manchuela DO has approved changes to its production rules that expand the range of wines permitted under the appellation and remove the requirement for wines to be bottled within the production area.

A friend recently told me about a wine dinner he attended devoted to Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, a region in East Central Italy in the foothills of the Apennines.

While imported wine faces falling volumes, the $15-$25 tier is seeing continued demand.