Is there a difference between apple wine and cider? The labeling of cider can be confusing. Since many ciders are less than 7% alcohol by volume they are subject to FDA labeling requirements and do not need a Certificate of Label Approval. For an apple wine that is derived wholly from apples (with the exception … Read more
Thank you to the WineAmerica members who donated wine to the event! Including: L’Ecole No. 41, Maryhill Winery, Adelsheim Vineyard, and Wooldridge Creek Winery. WineAmerica partnered with the Wine Institute, the East Coast Shellfish Growers Association, and the Pacific Coast Shellfish Growers Association to host this unique event for members of Congress, their senior staff … Read more
Why should I attend the 2015 National Wine and Grape Policy Conference? The National Wine and Grape Conference, put on jointly by WineAmerica and the Winegrape Growers of America, is a great way for wineries to come to Washington, DC and meet with Members of Congress and their staff. The best way to make a … Read more
Does the TTB plan on requiring GMO labeling in alcoholic beverages? The TTB does not mandate the use of GMOs on alcoholic beverages. There is no federal GMO labeling requirement currently. Until such time, disclosure is voluntary. The TTB is currently doing an internal review on the existing standards for disclosing any GMOs used in … Read more
Save the Date Sunday, April 12 – Tuesday, April 14 Holiday Inn Capitol 550 C Street S.W. Washington, DC 20024 (202) 479-4000 WineAmerica and Winegrape Growers of America are reuniting to produce the 2015 Wine and Grape Policy Conference, April 12-14, 2015. The conference features a revised format to maximize learning, advocacy and networking in … Read more