The Wine Industry’s Voice In Washington DC
Who We Are
WineAmerica is the only national wine industry association in the USA. We are a 400-member strong organization that encourages the growth and development of American wineries and winegrowing through the advancement and advocacy of sound public policy.
Meet our Staff, Board and Committees
What We Do
WineAmerica works tirelessly to improve legislation regulating winemaking, sales and distribution. We serve as your eyes and ears in the nation’s capital, monitoring the issues that impact your business.
Our Top Issues:
- Exercise Tax Reduction
- Tariffs & NAFTA (USMCA)
- Farm Bill
- Appropriations & Government Funding
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans
- TTB Operations and Regulations
- Music Licensing
2025 Economic Impact Report
The study by John Dunham & Associates also has detailed data for all 50 states in the form of Infographics, Press Releases, and Data Tables.
Our Research
In 2017, 2022, and 2025, WineAmerica commissioned a leading economics firm, John Dunham & Associates of New York City, to conduct a national economic impact study of the American wine industry, including a state-by-state breakdown.
You can use the data in this special report on the wine industry’s economic impact in 2022 for your business needs.
Membership
Your membership ensures that America’s 50 states of wine continue to be represented fairly in Washington, D.C.
WineAmerica offers three types of membership. Which one is right for you?
View our 2025 Economic Impact Report
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WineAmerica's Latest News
DC Updates
DC Fly-In There are over 10,000 wineries in the U.S., of which about 300 invest in WineAmerica and the other 9,700 benefit for free. About 30 of our members attended the recent DC Fly-In, meaning they’re basically the 1% carrying the 99%. Those people are the heroes of our industry. The two-day Fly-In was orchestrated … Read more
WineAmerica Lobbies Congress, Unveils Economic Impact Study & Introduces New Membership Team
Washington, DC, May 8—WineAmerica, the National Association of American Wineries, spent this week lobbying Congress, unveiling a 2025 National Economic Impact Study of the Wine Industry, and introducing a new Membership Team to enlarge and strengthen the organization. Annual DC Fly-In Direct constituent contact is the most powerful way to educate legislators about the American … Read more
State Profiles: West Virginia Wine Country
West Virginia is one of the smallest states, and with a climate combining continental with humid-subtropical, including cold winters, it has a challenging environment for growing grapes. But French-American varieties are able to weather the weather and support the small but growing grape and wine industry. The state has its own AVA (Kanawha River), and … Read more