January 28, 2025
No one is oblivious to the recent decline in wine consumption. But is it cause for outright panic or measured reevaluation? By Randy Caparosso The business of Lodi is grapes. In fact, the region’s...
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January 23, 2025
Silicon Valley Bank’s annual State of the U.S. Wine Industry Report offers an in-depth look at the current struggles shaping today’s wine markets. By Jeff Siegel Perhaps the best news in Silicon Valley...
January 23, 2025
By Kathleen Willcox Everyone responds differently to a crisis at work. Tanya Martin has, on repeated occasions, proven that she not only can perform well under pressure, but that she can come...
January 22, 2025
By Kathleen Willcox For insiders in California’s wine business, Kirk Lokka has been a beloved figure for decades, but the detail-oriented, low-key and community-minded vineyard manager has managed to...
January 17, 2025
By Laurie Wachter Ren Harris’ roots are firmly planted in California. He is a sixth-generation Californio, a descendant of José Carrillo, who came to the not-yet state with the Portolá expedition in 1769....
January 16, 2025
By Laurie Wachter Allison Jordan is a forward-thinking leader and educator, a global influencer and, above all, a pragmatic optimist. These are only a few of the attributes that describe her and...
January 13, 2025
As has become a January tradition, Wine Industry Advisor has again chosen 10 individuals from within the wine industry who showcase leadership, innovation, determination and inspiration — both within the...
December 13, 2024
Preserving the hidden ecosystem that defines wine’s unique character. By Aria Hahn, Ph.D. Climate change is rewriting the rules of winemaking, bringing challenges that extend beyond the visible shifts...
December 11, 2024
In this episode, George sits down with Karissa Kruse, President & CEO of Sonoma County Winegrowers, to explore her visionary leadership in the wine industry. Karissa shares the inspiration behind crafting...
December 3, 2024
Both hosts and attendees should be prepared for a media visit. By Carl Giavanti I recall once picking up a media guest at the Portland, Ore., airport. After greetings and hugs, they pulled a crisp printed...