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
2025 Legislative Agenda Michael Kaiser, whose formal title is Executive Vice President and Director of Government Affairs, is, to be more brief, our lobbyist. Every day he tracks legislation and regulations that can affect the American wine industry, participates in industry coalitions, and educates legislators and staff—including about wine’s $323 billion annual benefit to the … Read more
State Profiles: Wyoming Wine Country
This is part of a WineAmerica-sponsored study conducted by John Dunham & Associates, a leading economic research firm specializing in public policy issues. The study includes detailed national data as well as that for all 50 states plus a Methodology and Frequently Asked Questions section, all available at (WineAmerica2025EconomicStudy) Wyoming is one of the smallest … Read more
DC Updates
Wine Woes While the House is in recess (again), the Senate has been working on its version of a massive funding bill that most likely will eventually go to a House-Senate conference for a compromise, which the Republicans hope can occur before the 4th of July. Among the key areas of contention are the total … Read more