Wine Producers Face Unpopular Packaging Regulations in the EU // Treasury Wine's U.S. Troubles Drag It to $762.9 Million Annual Loss

With the entry into force of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) on August 12, 2026, all wine producers face new compliance obligations

Australia's Treasury Wine Estates tumbled to an impairment-driven US$762.9 million annual loss as the Penfolds owner restructured its expensively assembled U.S. operations in response to lower global demand.

Large-Scale, Costly Response Underway to Prevent Spread into Wine Regions

G-3 Enterprises will lay off 66 people at a Modesto plant that makes wine closures, an executive said Tuesday.

Does the Wine Institute have the wine industry’s best interest at heart? I provide a look at CA CRV & "American" Wines, the money that followed, and what it tells us about their priorities.

The climate crisis is hitting Europe hard in 2026, warming twice as fast as any other continent – and the consequences are deadly.

As Western Europe nears the end of its hottest summer on record, growers across the world's most famous wine regions are starting their harvests early – provided their grapes weren't already burnt in the heat of fires and drought.

Across Europe, a massive and long-lasting heatwave has dried up rivers, threatened the flora and fauna and sent many to the emergency ward.

Canada is considering concessions in trade talks with the United States, including ending provincial bans on U.S. alcohol, to avoid an additional set of tariffs set to take effect in less than two weeks.

In the third of our series on the implications of the WHO’s ‘no safe level’ agenda, Tom Bruce-Gardyne explores its drive for ever-higher taxes on drink to suppress demand.

From the invention of moderation to the return of temperance.

In the world of wine evaluation, far too much emphasis is placed on alleged greatness and far too little importance is assigned to the traits of personality, authenticity, regional character and balance.

Combined Volume and Revenue Trends Improved As Distribution Losses Moderated and On-Premise Channels Continued To Outperform Retail

Heritage Oak Winery owner Tom Hoffman says the longtime Lodi winery will stop making wine this year and plans to close its doors, likely in December.

A charming, yet underrated California wine region could get a tourism boost from a major Pinot Noir star. Merry Edwards, one of Sonoma County’s highest-regarded Pinot producers, has opened a second tasting room in Mendocino County’s quiet Anderson Valley. 

Economic crisis and war have made winemaking in Lebanon difficult, pushing producers to rely on exports. But with its deep ties to Lebanese Christian identity, many are determined to keep making wine at home.

Wine collectors from around the world have an opportunity to secure rare bottles from Napa Valley’s most sought-after producers, including Realm Cellars, Heitz Cellar, Kongsgaard Wine, Peter Michael Winery, Shafer Vineyards, and more, as well as wine-focused adventure and experiential lots online at the Harvest STOMP eAuction, from Tuesday, August 18, 2026, through Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

The Wine Society has announced the launch of a specialist Fine Wine Service, as part of its long-term investment in strengthening its fine wine offer for members.