Industry Groups Note Constructive and Effective Relationship with Regulator, Say Government Needs to Increase TTB Budget to Keep Pace with Changing Market (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – A diverse coalition of organizations representing all three tiers of the U.S. beverage alcohol industry is urging Congress to fully fund the Obama Administration’s $101 million request for the Alcohol … Read more
The World Wine Trade Group (WWTG) has formally agreed to new international principles for its member nations to use when establishing wine regulations. The World Wine Trade Group is comprised of representatives from nations with an interest in international wine trade. The WWTG is comprised of Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Georgia, New Zealand, South Africa … Read more
The Marcus Whitman Hotel Walla Walla, Washington October 26-29, 2014 WineAmerica’s Fall Membership Meeting is an important opportunity for members to voice their vision of wine policy for the coming year. We encourage all attendees to arrive on Sunday, October 26 and to attend all of the meeting sessions Come to the scenic Walla Walla … Read more
Massachusetts has become the 41st state to allow for direct wine shipments from in-state and out of state wineries. The 2014 budget bill, which approves the appropriations for Fiscal Year 2015, was signed into law by the governor. The direct shipping language was included in this bill, which will go into effect on January 1, … Read more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Michael Kaiser Director of Public Affairs 202-223-5172 mkaiser@wineamerica.org May 22, 2014 WineAmerica Board Meeting Brings New Leadership and New Direction Washington, DC – WineAmerica, the National Association of American Wineries, took part in the annual National Wine and Grape Policy Conference this week in Washington, DC. Held in conjunction with Winegrape … Read more