Extreme weather and early harvests: restrained market response Most countries have this month reported into the Global Market Report with abnormal weather conditions, as the strong, developing El Niño phenomenon exacerbates extremes around the world: Western Europe has been enduring its hottest summer on record, with three consecutive months of protracted, intense heatwaves; giant Andean snows have blocked border crossings between Chile and Argentina for a month, with flash flooding at lower elevations on the Chilean side and unseasonably mild temperatures on the Argentinian; meanwhile, the Western Cape, having suffered significant flooding in autumn, has since experienced an unseasonably dry and mild winter. While flood damage in some of Chile and South Africa’s vineyards is being assessed, and trucks in their thousands have sat stranded on Andean passes, the Northern Hemisphere has pressed on with its 2026 harvests. Both Italy and California are reporting potentially their earliest

Futuristic machine learning and Iberian cork forests may seem poles apart, but M.A.Silva is using AI to offer ever more precision and reliability to winemakers. Cork and wine have been intertwined for a long time. There is evidence of it sealing amphorae in the ancient world and, while it fell out of fashion until the early modern period, it has been the most popular closure for more than 300 years. AI is much newer on the scene. Its story can be measured only in decades. In the form we most interact with, it has been years. Yet the two fields are now working in tandem. Cork producer M.A.Silva is using high-tech AI models to assist in the production of its Nobeltech corks. The top-of-the line closures employ Bionic Eye, an integrated AI system, as one of three core technologies assuring their quality. The fundamentals of the company, at a glance, look the same. M.A.Silva still prides itself on quality rather than scale, and still operates a vertical production to ensure sustainability

Exciting news for P&L Specialties and the Tom Beard Company! We are thrilled to announce our merger with Pellenc America. This strategic alignment unifies three of the most trusted names in wine production technology, creating a single, comprehensive source for premium winery equipment. By bringing P&L Specialties and Tom Beard Company under the Pellenc America umbrella, the combined organization will offer unparalleled solutions across every stage of the winemaking process. Wineries will now benefit from a streamlined network of design, sales, parts, and technical and installation services, giving customers a true one-stop shop for their equipment needs, from the vineyard to the cellar. This union builds on a long-standing collaborative relationship between the three companies. Operating together will accelerate technical innovation while strengthening nationwide customer support. Wineries can continue to rely on the same high-quality, artisan-level manufacturing and sustainab

Exciting news for P&L Specialties and the Tom Beard Company! We are thrilled to announce our merger with Pellenc America. This strategic alignment unifies three of the most trusted names in wine production technology, creating a single, comprehensive source for premium winery equipment. By bringing P&L Specialties and Tom Beard Company under the Pellenc America umbrella, the combined organization will offer unparalleled solutions across every stage of the winemaking process. Wineries will now benefit from a streamlined network of design, sales, parts, and technical and installation services, giving customers a true one-stop shop for their equipment needs, from the vineyard to the cellar. This union builds on a long-standing collaborative relationship between the three companies. Operating together will accelerate technical innovation while strengthening nationwide customer support. Wineries can continue to rely on the same high-quality, artisan-level manufacturing and sustainab

On February 20, 2026, in a victory for American beer, wine, and spirits importers, the Supreme Court in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, 607 US ____, Slip Op., February 20, 2026 (“Learning Resources”) struck down President Trump’s imposition of tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”). The Trump administration had used IEEPA to justify certain tariffs imposed on imported goods from various countries in 2025, including beer, wine and spirits. Despite the decision in the importers’ favor, no one is popping the Champagne quite yet. First, while the Court’s opinion invalidated the Trump administration’s IEEPA tariffs, it has no effect on the administrations’ ability to rely on other statutes to impose tariffs. Second, on the same day that the Supreme Court issued its decision, the President issued a proclamation imposing a 10% worldwide tariff under a different federal law (discussed in more detail belo

After 30 years of moving up and to the right, the American wine industry hit a wall. Not a temporary slowdown or a soft patch. A structural shift that requires a fundamentally different marketing playbook. 2025 was the reality check. 2026 is the year wineries either adapt or watch their customer base age out beneath them. The data is now unambiguous: wine sales dropped approximately 6% in 2024, marking the steepest decline in decades according to SipSource industry data. More troubling than the headline number is what's driving it. This isn't a recession blip or a bad vintage. It's a fundamental realignment of who drinks wine, how they buy it, and what they expect from the brands they choose. Here are the five trends reshaping the US wine market and what they mean for your brand's survival. The Demographic Disruption The wine industry built its growth on one generation: Baby Boomers. That generation is now aging out. The Wine Market Council's 2025 U.S. Consumer Ben

Once again this year, Enartis and WINEGRID® will be at the Unified Wine and Grape Symposium – where the industry comes together to shape what’s next – on January 28-29 at SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento. This is your chance to connect with thousands of wine and grape industry professionals: vineyard managers, owners, winemakers, winery managers, marketing executives, tasting room teams, and more. Stop by our booth #1114 and discover how Enartis and Winegrid are driving innovation for smarter, more efficient winemaking. Learn more and register here: https://www.unifiedsymposium.org/

Wright Contracting’s dedicated team specializes in creating stunning winery spaces to elevate your brand, enhance guest experience and leading-edge production facilities that blend efficiency and tradition. With our stellar portfolio, we bring a wealth of expertise in: custom winery construction, renovations and expansions. Let us help you craft a beautiful, functional space that reflects your unique vision. From concept to completion, we’re committed to excellence every step of the way. Transform your winery dreams into reality.  Wright Contracting Unified Symposium Booth: 1016 For over 70 years, Wright Contracting has built a reputation as the leading commercial construction company in the North Bay. This tradition of craftsmanship has earned us the opportunity to build and renovate many of the North Bay’s most notable landmarks, including wineries such as Domaine Carneros, Cakebread Cellars, Chateau Montelena, Dominus, Hamel Family Wines and many more. With of

We're excited to connect with you at the 2026 Unified Wine and Grape Symposium! Visit us at booth #1302 and let's discuss how California made glass packaging can enhance your brand. 📅 January 27–29, 2026 | Exhibit Hall: January 28–29 📍 SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento, CA  

We hope to see you at the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium Jan. 28-29th SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento, CA We look forward to great conversation and great company at the industry’s largest annual event. G3 Enterprises & ColloPack - Booth #600 Jan 28th Specialty Barista Coffee 9am-12pm Jan 29th Specialty Barista Coffee 9am-12pm Get Your Portrait Painted w/ Wine 9am-1pm DIAM® Closures - Booth #500 Click below for a Trade Show pass (limited supply available), or to attend our Hosted Reception (by reservation only). G3 Reception RSVP         Request Trade Show Pass From harvest hauling to wine packaging, from winemaking equipment to transportation, storage and 3PL warehousing, G3 Enterprises provides the wine industry with complete solutions, backed by technical expertise, advanced analytics, and extensive experience. Featured Products and Services Experienced, Scalable Ag Hauling As the largest winegrape transportation company in