Representative (and House Judiciary Chairman) Bob Goodlatte (R-VA-6) has introduced the The Ag Act (H.R. 4092). The bill would create a new category of guest worker under what would be known as the H-2C program. The H-2C program would gradually phase out the existing H-2A guest worker program that name wineries and vineyard operations use. … Read more
The history of the Inglenook began over a century ago. Upon arriving in California, Gustave Niebaum, a Finnish immigrant, bought Inglenook vineyards in 1879. In 1882, the first harvest was picked. Magically, Inglenook survived the deadly earthquake of 1906. Despite the success of the winery, wine production would cease off and on for the next … Read more
Resting below Lake Michelle, Lewis Lakes Vineyards is owned by Bill and Michelle Lewis. The vineyards were planted to pay forward the determination and perseverance of Napa Valley winemakers. Inspired by the generous spirit of these winemakers, Bill and Michelle Lewis planted the first vines in 2007. Officially opened in September 2013, the winery is … Read more
52 Senators Co-sponsor Landmark Tax Reform Bill by Michael Kaiser, Vice President 10.19.17 The Senate support for the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act of 2017 (S.236) has reached a majority. This week Senator James Inhofe (R-OH) and Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) became the 51st and 52nd Senators to sign on as a co-sponsor … Read more
WineAmerica has been closely monitoring the disastrous fire situation in Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma Counties. The American Wine Industry is known for coming together in times of need and we wanted to make sure how you, the American Wine Industry, know how to help. The following are the three disaster relief funds that have been … Read more