JUNE 23, 2022 – WINE NEWS FETCH

• The Lights Go Out at Chateau Ste. Michelle
• Encompass Technologies Acquires Vintrace to Power Wineries with Production and Connected ERP Solutions Globally
• Oregon State researchers discover compounds contributing to smoke taint in wine and grapes
• ‘It’s a Human Thing to Help’: Moldova Wineries Provide Ukrainian Aid
• En primeur 2021, the ‘worst campaign in the last ten years’
• The Canned Wine Revolution Is Here
• Urban Wine Clubs Convert WAY More Visitors Than Winery/Vineyard Tasting Rooms
• Webinar – Mastering alcohol ecommerce in 2022 – (Sponsored link)

OBITUARIES

• Italian wine mourns the untimely loss of Marco Accordini, 26. “A man who, despite his youth, left an indelible mark on the lives of all of us.”

ICYMI (IN CASE YOU MISSED IT)

• Rabbit Ridge CEO Gets Fifth Delay To Respond to Contempt of Court Allegations.
• Rabbit Ridge CEO Accused of Multiple Contempt Of Court Misdeeds By Bankruptcy Trustee
• Washington’s Ste Michelle puts Woodinville property up for sale, moves white wine production to eastern Washington
• How to make an ally of cognitive dissonance in recessionary times

WILDFIRES & WEATHER

• Why Wildfires in California Are More Dangerous in Summer and Fall [paywall?]

DROUGHT/WATER

• Calif farm, business groups call for action on water projects
• Calif: New Law Enhances Penalties for Water Theft
• Waters of the U.S. rule needs clarity, Calif farm groups say

CONSUMER SALES: DTC, ON- & OFF-PREMISE

• How to Manage Sales Tax in DtC Shipping

WINE SUPPLY & CONSUMPTION

• Harvesting promises to be early in Beaujolais
• The New Emergence: Upcoming Wine Regions in the USA – (Sponsored link)

CALIFORNIA BRIEFS

• New greenhouse to protect grapevine collection
• The secret of these Napa wines is handmade barrels by an elite craftsmen [paywall?]
• What the Future of Almonds Looks Like in a Dry California

NFTs, BLOCKCHAIN, & THE METAVERSE

• Singular NFT Champagne Bottle Sells for a Stunning Price
• Italian Wine Crypto Bank: built on blockchains and cryptocurrency

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

• Sustainable steps for Washington vineyards
• Refresh Glass on Mission to Rescue 10 Million Wine Bottles

PUBLIC COMPANIES

• Naked Wines PLC to switch UK focus to quality over quantity
• Naked Wines shares tumble after warning
• Naked Wines Swung to FY 2022 Profit on Lower Advertising Costs
• Crimson Wine Group Stock Passes Below Fifty Day Moving Average of $7.51

AGRIFOODTECH

• OZ: Viticulturists one step closer to advanced computer vision

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

• Wine Australia closes China office due to punitive tariffs

BREXIT

• Brexit has made UK less open and competitive

DISTRIBUTORS

• Fresh Vine Wine Continues Growth of Retail Outlet Strategy
• How Wineries Can Boost Their Restaurant Distribution – (Sponsored link)

INVESTING IN WINE, COLLECTING & AUCTIONS

• What is a fine wine index?
• A 60-Lot Private Collection of DRC Wines Offered at Sotheby’s in France

WINE SELECTION AND RECOMMENDATION

• Seasoned Sommelier and Wine Buyer Thomas Brenner talks us through his focus while evaluating the effectiveness of a wine program – (Sponsored link)

PACKAGING, LABELS & CORKS

• Packaging Revolution
• Corked wine bottles still reign supreme, but other vessels are making waves.

TRADE SHOWS & CONFERENCES

• Direct to Consumer Wine Symposium, January 18-19, 2023

MANAGEMENT & EMPLOYMENT

• Recruiting Remains High
• Lessons from a vineyard founder on how to launch a wine estate

MEDIA MATTERS

• The best new wine books to enjoy this summer

MATTERS OF TASTE

• This wine critic will not judge you for putting ice cubes in your wine [paywall?]

WINE PEOPLE

• “Dry Dip” Pam Starr, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley (video)
• One to watch – Sam Rouse

WINE PLACES

• Want to Visit a Cool Wine Region? Think Wales
• Drinks Atlas: Sicilian Wines

AG, GROWER & CELLAR NEWS

• Roguing routine foils grape disease

EUROPE & THE UK

• UK: Jacob Rees-Mogg sparks concern with sparkling wine plastic bottle plan

DOWN UNDER

• New pathways for Aussie winemakers to get Stateside
• Justin Keay on the enduring appeal of Wirra Wirra

ASIA & PACIFIC RIM

• Chinese NoLo market estimated to boom to RMB 74.3 billion in 2025

LATIN AMERICA

• In Southernmost South America, Cool-Climate White Wines Reach New Heights

BEER, CIDER, WINE & SPIRITS

• Tequila, RTDs Sales Soar As Liquor Stores Prepare For A Hot Summer