Afternoon Brief

MONDAY, APRIL 20

CA Legislature to Hold First Public Hearing on American Wine Truth in Labeling Bill
The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) and Family Winemakers of California (FWC) invite the public to attend or watch the Legislature’s first committee hearing on AB 1585 (Connolly & Ransom), American Wine Truth in Labeling, taking place on Wednesday in Sacramento...

TODAY'S NEWS

Unsung Sonoma County Winemaker Scores Historic Victory at North Coast Wine Challenge
When Patrick Sullivan of Grey Stack Cellars learned his 2023 Grenache earned the top prize at the North Coast Wine Challenge, he was “over the moon.” But Sullivan insists he can’t take all the credit for the award-winning wine...

Bonterra Organic Estates Pilots Autonomous “Farming with Light” Technology to Advance Regenerative Viticulture with Saga Robotics
Bonterra Organic Estates, a leader in organic and regenerative growing practices, today announced a new pilot project with Saga Robotics to deploy autonomous, electric Thorvald robots across its estate vineyards in inland Mendocino County...

Local Family Winery Wins Top Red Wine at Prestigious 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
In a competition dominated by large-scale producers and nationally recognized brands, Pianetta, a small, family-owned winery has emerged at the very top...

Open the Cellar Sale Celebrates Napa’s Commitment to the Environment

28th Annual V Foundation for Cancer Research Wine Celebration Returns to Napa Valley to Make Game-Changing Impact

From Train Depot to Wine Hub: Inside Yountville’s New Collective Tasting Room

Introducing the Full Montage Estate Collection: Montage International and Aperture Cellars Unveil Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc, Completing the Estate Trio

‘They Might Be Goners’: Nebraska Winery Could Lose Crops in Cold Weather

Businesses Race to Apply for Tariff Refunds

AI Will Help Wine Sales in Hospitality but Won’t Replace Humans

Student Winemakers Support Climate Action with Charitable Wine Contribution

Bordeaux Prices Likely to Rise

Bordeaux "Got Lazy" After Parker

PROMOTED EVENT

Loyalty Delivered: Turning Shipments into Lasting Relationships
Repeat purchases don’t happen by accident. They’re earned at every step of the customer journey, including delivery. This session explores how smarter shipping, better fulfillment, and a seamless post-purchase experience can strengthen retention and long-term loyalty. See how top wineries are turning shipments into relationships.