As consumer demand for non-alcoholic wine continues to grow, wineries and beverage companies are increasingly expanding their portfolios to include products containing less than 0.5% alcohol by volume (ABV). While…
Operating a winery involves far more than producing and selling wine. Federal law imposes ongoing reporting and recordkeeping obligations on bonded wineries and bonded wine cellars, and failure to comply…
Low-alcohol wines have become an increasingly popular category within the broader beverage market. Consumers are often drawn to these products for their lower alcohol content, reduced calorie profile, and convenience—particularly…
Starting a winery in New York involves more than securing grapes and equipment — it requires careful navigation of the state’s alcohol licensing framework. The New York wine industry offers…
Selling a winery is not just a business transaction — it is the transfer of a highly regulated operation with layered assets, licenses, intellectual property, real estate, inventory, and brand…
Orange wine has become one of the most talked-about categories in the modern wine world. Once considered niche, it now appears on wine lists ranging from natural wine bars to…
As more wineries look for flexible production options, two common operating models often come into focus: custom crush and alternating proprietorship (“AP”) arrangements. While both allow wineries to produce wine…
The U.S. wine market remains a dynamic and evolving sector, shaped by shifting consumer preferences, new producers, and changing regulations. For entrepreneurs, becoming a wine distributor offers an opportunity to…
For many wineries, partnering with a distributor is a necessary step to expand market reach. But before signing a distribution agreement, wineries must understand the legal framework that may govern…
When it comes to wine labeling in the United States, grape variety designations play an important role in how wineries market their products and how consumers make purchasing decisions. The…
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News on TTB, FDA, and state rules that affect wine, beer, spirits, and food businesses, from Lindsey Zahn P.C.