- Winery Membership
Invest $500, Save on Taxes
WineAmerica is the only national association dedicated exclusively to American wineries. Your membership funds full-time advocacy that delivers a 22x return through tax savings alone.
What You Get
Every Membership Includes
No matter your size, every winery member receives the full suite of benefits. Here’s what your dues fund.
Legislative Advocacy
Full-time lobbyists in Washington D.C. fight for your interests on excise taxes, interstate shipping, USPS wine shipping, and regulatory reform.
$1,000+ Annual Tax Savings
Our successful push for the Craft Beverage Modernization Act saves the average small winery over $1,000 every year in federal excise tax credits.
Unified Industry Voice
As the only national winery trade association, WineAmerica is the industry's singular voice speaking directly to Congress and federal agencies.
Regulatory Guidance
Expert help navigating TTB label approvals, federal excise taxes, nutritional labeling changes, and evolving compliance requirements.
Two Annual D.C. Conferences
Meet face-to-face with your congressional representatives. Network with 300+ industry peers. Shape the legislative agenda that affects your bottom line.
Weekly Policy Intelligence
Stay ahead with weekly email updates, monthly policy bulletins, government affairs reports, and educational materials delivered to your inbox.
Industry Partnerships & Savings
Access exclusive business savings through our industry partners on insurance, compliance software, shipping solutions, and more.
Future Protection
We work to modernize Prohibition-era laws, protect against cannabis legalization threats, defend agritourism, and fight new regulatory burdens.
Most Wineries
Small Winery
Under 10,000 gallons sold annually
$500
/ year
The majority of American wineries fall into this tier. At just $500, you receive the same advocacy, conferences, and policy intelligence as the largest producers—and save thousands annually from federal tax credits alone.
- Full legislative advocacy in D.C.
- Two annual conferences with Congress
- Weekly policy email updates
- Regulatory & TTB support
- Industry partner savings
- State & Regional Association network
- $1,000+ annual tax credit savings
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Common Questions
Membership FAQ
How are winery membership dues calculated?
Dues are based on your winery’s annual gallon sales. Wineries producing under 10,000 gallons pay a flat $500/year. Between 10,000 and 70,000 gallons, it’s 5¢ per gallon. Larger producers pay tiered flat rates up to a maximum cap of $47,500.
What counts as 'gallons sold' for dues purposes?
Gallons sold includes all wine removed from your bonded premises for consumption or sale during the calendar year. This is based on your TTB reports and includes all channels: tasting room, wholesale, direct-to-consumer, and export.
Can multiple wineries under one owner join together?
Yes. If you own multiple bonded wineries, you can combine them under a single membership. Dues are calculated on the total combined gallonage across all your facilities.
What does the $11,000 savings figure refer to?
This refers to the annual federal excise tax savings from the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act, which WineAmerica successfully advocated to make permanent. A winery producing 10,000 gallons saves approximately $11,000/year through the reduced tax rate of $1.00/gallon on the first 30,000 gallons (vs. the standard $1.07–$3.40/gallon).
Do I get to meet my congressional representatives?
Absolutely. WineAmerica organizes two annual conferences in Washington D.C. where members have scheduled meetings with their Senators and House Representatives. We also arrange special briefings and receptions on Capitol Hill.
I'm a small winery. Is membership still worth it?
Small wineries benefit the most. At just $500/year, you get the same advocacy, tax savings ($11,000+), and conference access as the largest producers. That’s a 22x return on your membership investment from the tax credit alone.