Crafting the Winery Vision Statement

Before you dive into the business of making and selling wine, start with creating your winery vision statement. It’s critical for you to have a firm understanding of what you do, who you are and why you want to start a wine business. This starts with a vision for your winery.   Start by answering theseContinue reading “Crafting the Winery Vision Statement”

Guide for Preparing the Winery for Fire Season

Last year was the worst fire season on record for the west coast of the US. Fires in California, Oregon and Washington led to lost vintages, burned vineyards and smoke tainted wine. One estimate puts the loss at $3.7 billion for last year alone. But the real loss may not be seen for years asContinue reading “Guide for Preparing the Winery for Fire Season”

The Dos and Don’ts of Discounting

Wineries are looking to discounts as a way of generating cash flow. But can discounts hurt the winery in the long run? Here are some ways to use discounts without damaging the integrity of brand pricing.