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"The Good Stuff" - Wines to Watch the World Cup By
The games are far apart and the ticket prices astronomical, so while the United States gets to play co-host with Canada and Mexico to this summer’s FIFA World Cup, most of us will be watching the matches from home. Four years ago, 1.5 billion people watched the final between Argentina and France. This time should be poised to bring in even more viewers.  This year’s tournament will involve 48 teams from around the globe, the largest ever number to compete, growing from what used to be 32. That means lots of games to take in, with 12 groupings of 4 countries each kicking things off on June 11 for what is known as the Group Stage.  The United States is in Group D and will play each team in its group to qualify for the Knockout Stage. It plays Paraguay June 12 in Los Angeles; Australia June 19 in Seattle; and Turkey June 26 in Los Angeles.  Eventually, that 48 number goes down to 32 – the Knockouts start June 28. The pace quickens from there, with that Round of 32 dwindling
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The Wine Market Has Changed. Here’s How to Navigate What Comes Next
The wine market is no longer simply in a slowdown – it is in structural correction. Distribution routes are tightening, consumer behavior is shifting, and the assumptions many wineries relied on even two years ago no longer hold. Wholesale channels that once provided stable revenue are consolidating or disappearing. Tasting room traffic has become inconsistent. Consumer loyalty has weakened. This isn’t temporary turbulence. It’s a fundamental reshaping of how wine reaches customers and which wineries succeed in doing so. Winery owners are facing hard questions: Should I double down on wholesale or pivot to direct-to-consumer? Do I chase new customer segments or deepen relationships with existing ones? The challenge isn’t a lack of options. It’s knowing which move to make first when resources are tight, and the margin for error is slim. The Distribution L
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Corporate Gifting: Conception to Fulfillment

Event Type: Conference, Seminar

Location: Wine Sales Symposium

Date: 5/13/202612:40 PM to 1:25 PM

Corporate Gifting: Conception to Fulfillment
Corporate gifting is quickly becoming one of the strongest growth channels in the wine industry. In this session, Allison Legg of Jackson Family Wines and Jessica Smith of WineDirect Fulfillment share how wineries can capture this demand with streamlined operations and tailored gifting experiences. Attendees will walk away with practical steps to build or expand a corporate gifting program that drives new customers and year round revenue.  Wine Sales Symposium - May 13, 2026 DoubleTree Hotel in Rohnert Park, CA Learn More Speakers Director of Marketing / WineDirect Fulfillment   Allison Legg, Vice President of Business Development - Corporate Partners / Jackson Family Wines
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Today's wine business news for wine industry professionals...

According to SipSource®, January depletions came in soft, with little change to the 12-month volume trend for either Wine or Spirits. While that may not inspire confidence at first glance, a deeper look at the three-month revenue trends reveals a more nuanced story—one defined by bifurcation...

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Today's #winebiz news for #wineindustry professionals...

A family-owned winery filed a motion today asking a court to vacate a judgment requiring the winery to pay nearly $4 million to Napa County as punishment for routine business activity...

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Today's #winebiz news for #wineindustry professionals...

In a milestone for Florida agriculture, researchers have grown and harvested wine grapes that are resistant to the main bacterial disease that has long prevented the state from establishing a large-scale wine industry...

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WineDirect Fulfillment Celebrates Strategic Partnership with Jackson Family Wines
American Canyon, CA — WineDirect Fulfillment is proud to highlight its long-standing and evolving partnership with Jackson Family Wines, a collaboration built on shared values, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. At WineDirect Fulfillment, partnership is the foundation of everything we do. We operate as an extension of our clients’ organizations, working closely to plan, optimize, and execute fulfillment strategies that drive results. Our partnerships extend beyond our clients to include suppliers, communities, and industry peers, all united by a common goal: delivering exceptional value and impact. Since 2018, WineDirect Fulfillment has partnered with Jackson Family Wines to deliver scalable, efficient, and customer-focused solutions. What began as a solution to a shipping need has grown into a dynamic, multi-faceted partnership. Together, we have developed solutions across disciplines including martech integrations, sustainable packaging initiatives, and
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Today's wine business news for wine industry professionals...

Late Friday, Sept. 26, the Wine Institute released its 2024 production figures. The numbers are stark and deepen the strain on an industry already on its heels...

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Proposed Winery Assessment Fee in Lodi District Takes Step Forward: The San Joaquin County Board Supervisors has voted to allow the Lodi Winegrape Commission and consulting firm Civitas to speak with the cities of Elk Grove and Galt and consider forming a Lodi Winery Business Improvement District...
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