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
Policy Perspectives
DC Updates New Government, New Challenges It’s still 10 days before the inauguration, but there’s now officially a new Congress, with a Speaker in the House and Majority Leader in the Senate facing an ambitious agenda ahead. Senate confirmation of the president-elect’s Cabinet nominees will be at the top of the list, along with actions … Read more
State Profiles: Ohio Wine Country
Ohio has long been one of the most vibrant and exciting wine producing states, from the vineyard to the winery and trade associations. In 1823 Nicolas Longworth planted Alexander and Isabella grapes in the Ohio River Valley, followed two years later by Catawba, which quickly became the dominant grape. In that era, Ohio was the … Read more
Policy Prespectives
DC Updates New Year, New Government, New EIS Now that the holidays are over, Washington is coming alive with official rituals such as the swearing in of Congress today, the election of a Speaker (maybe), then certification of the presidential electoral votes in Congress on Monday (maybe), followed by the Inauguration two weeks later on … Read more