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 500-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:
Craft Beverage Modernization & Tax Reform Act
Tariffs & NAFTA (USMCA)
Excise Tax Reduction
Agricultural Labor
Appropriations & Government Funding
Music Licensing
Our Conferences
Wine America holds two conferences a year.
The Spring Policy Conference is held in Washington DC where members work on issues and meet with Congress.
The Fall Retreat is held in a different wine region every year, and is a chance to focus on the future of the organization.
Our Research
In 2022, 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.
The study reveals that the US wine industry has an economic impact of over $276 billion per year.
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?
WineAmerica's Latest News
State Profiles: Minnesota Wine Country
Minnesota has played a major role in the expansion of the American wine industry by creating new grape varieties that can withstand very cold temperatures, thereby expanding the earth’s ability to host viable vineyards. Horticulturist Elmer Swenson and the University of Minnesota created many cold-hardy varieties, and several years ago a USDA-funded Northern Grapes Project … Read more
Policy Perspectives
DC Updates Congress returns to Washington next week, following an extended August recess, and with another long pre-election recess looming, It is now crunch time for dealing with major issues, like avoiding a government shutdown before September 30 when we run out of money. The negotiations are intensified by all the nasty politics of an … Read more
State Profiles: Michigan Wine Country
Michigan is one of the most successful wine states, combining a long and rich history with pioneering vintners, superb research, and effective trade associations. The first grapes were planted in 1780, and for decades the vineyards were dominated by native varieties like Concord, Catawba, and Niagara, much of which was destined for Welch’s grape juice. … Read more
