In this week’s roundup, we highlight Silicon Valley Bank’s State of the Industry report and an analysis of Sovos by ShipCompliant’s recent report. VineSpring is kicking off a monthly video series; this week learn about custom club features. A new bill in Utah would create a wine delivery service through the Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. As consumers crave more of an all-encompassing experience with wine, the role of winemaker has evolved. Lastly, we’re ramping up for the Unified Wine and Grape Symposium next month; will you be there?

State of the Wine Industry Report 2020

One of the industry’s most authoritative reports is here; State of the Industry Report by Silicon Valley Bank’s Wine Division. In this report, EVP Rob McMillan suggests that we are approaching a consumer reset where wineries will need to rethink how they sell and market wine. Read the report to find out more and get a unique industry forecast.

Wine Shipments to Consumers Reach Record $3.2 Billion in 2019

“The days of annual 13 percent to 18 percent increases in the DTC channel are likely over for the wine industry,” said Larry Cormier, of Sovos ShipCompliant, who recently released their annual report. Although the industry saw a slowdown was from previous years, wineries broke the previous record and shipped more than $3.2 billion in 2019.

VineSpring 3-Minute Challenge: Custom Clubs

Custom clubs are a great way to increase customer engagement and build brand loyalty for your craft beverage brand. Get a glimpse at how VineSpring makes it all possible.

Utah Bill Would Allow Wine to Be Shipped to Your Home

Utah is known for its strict alcohol laws but a recent bill would create a wine order and delivery service through the Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. If Utahans can have anything from diapers to Monopoly delivered to their homes, why not wine?

Why Winemaking Is About More Than Making Wine

As industry members, we know that winemaking is much more than turning juice in booze once a year. Winemakers these days are also jet setting to attend trade-events, distributer meetings, restaurant appearances and more. As the face of the brand, consumers want to hear the story behind each bottle, grape, and vineyard.

It’s Going to be Huge: 2020 Unified Wine & Grape Symposium

This year’s Unified Wine & Grape Symposium is right around the corner and promises to be bigger than ever. We’ll be there rubbing elbows with wine producers and other industry innovators so feel free to reach out if you’d like to meet up in person.