Monthly Archives: June 2020

Covid Slashes Tasting Room Sales 70%: WineAmerica

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

In May, the average winery lost 70% of tasting room sales, and although Direct-to-Consumer (internet) sales increased by 66%, they’re from a much smaller base so didn’t make up for the on-site loss, WineAmerica reports after surveying 300 wineries whose … Continue reading →

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E&J Gallo to Import Don Fulano Tequila

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

E. & J. Gallo Winery‘s  Spirits Division continues to grow, agreeing to be  the exclusive U.S. importer for Don Fulano, a family-owned and operated estate tequila producer. “With Don Fulano’s mission of producing exceptional tequila, and Gallo making a name … Continue reading →

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Bacardi Opens Women’s Leadership Series to All, Makes It Free

Posted on June 18, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

There’s not much good that’s come from Covid-19, but this is one: The Spirit Forward Womxn’s Empowerment Series powered by Bacardi Women in Leadership will be online and for free. The series takes place online on Tuesday, June 23, from 1- … Continue reading →

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American Distilling Institute Convo Moves Online

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Registration is now open for the 2020 American Distilling Institute‘s Virtual Craft Spirits Conference & Vendor Expo, which is being held from July 14-16, with the Rum Summit on July 17. The event will feature educational breakout sessions led by … Continue reading →

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Who & What —

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Colangelo & Partners promotes Juliana Colangelo to VP.  She’s West Coast director for the agency.

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Aperture Estate Opens Tasting Room

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Aperture Cellars, the  Sonoma Bordeaux-focused label founded by winemaker Jesse Katz, said it will open the Aperture Estate on July 9. Aperture Estate’s buildings showcase dramatic angles and clean lines, while the 4,000 square ft. hospitality center places an important … Continue reading →

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