December 21, 2018 Special Year-End Edition Merry Shutdown...? If you are not already a member of WineAmerica, join now! Background Music (Andy Williams): "It's the most won-der-ful time of the year..."Twas the week before ChristmasAnd all … [Continue reading]
WineAmerica Elects New Board Members
11.26.2018WineAmerica held its latest Board of Directors election in October, and the results were certified on November 13 at the 2018 Fall Board Retreat in Fredericksburg, Texas. WineAmerica is pleased to welcome three new board members: Scott … [Continue reading]
WineAmerica Applauds Excise Tax Law Development
For Immediate ReleaseThursday, May 17, 2018WASHINGTON, DC--WineAmerica is delighted that wineries throughout the country will now be able to take full advantage of reduced federal excise taxes due to an announcement by the federal Alcohol and … [Continue reading]
TTB Industry Circular 2018-1 Undermines the Intent of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act and Threatens American Wine Industry
By Michael Kaiser, Vice President3.19.18BackgroundA two- year version of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (CBMTRA) was passed as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The President signed the bill into law on December 22, … [Continue reading]
Winery of the Week: Bitner Vineyards
@bitnervineyards @bitnervineyardsEstablished in 1981, Ron and Mary Bitner opened Bitner Vineyards in Snake River Valley, ID. While Mary tends to handle the business side, Ron uses his knowledge in entomology to tend to the grapes in their … [Continue reading]