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
Tariffs and Retaliation: Wine Suffers After delaying the imposition of widespread tariffs for a month, President Trump imposed them on March 4, bringing an immediate and painful response from trading partners like Canada, Mexico and China. The next day Canada said it would immediately sever electricity to several states (MI, MN, and NY, plus parts … Read more
State Profiles: South Dakota Wine Country
South Dakota is one of the youngest wine states, officially starting in 1996 when Valiant Vineyards was opened. Given its cold winter climate, the state specializes in cold-hardy Minnesota grape varieties as well as other fruits. Belle Joli’ Winery, whose name was inspired by the beauty of the land, is the passion of Matthew and … Read more
DC Updates
WineAmerica DC Fly-In While WineAmerica is based in Washington, given its function to advocate on federal public policy, only Michael Kaiser actually lives and works there (I live and work in New York’s fabulous Finger Lakes region, with monthly trips to DC.) But we have one major gathering each year: a “Fly-In” for which our … Read more