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Chamisal Vineyards, the first commercial vineyard planted in the Edna Valley, hires Brianne Engles as head winemaker overseeing the vineyard management of the historic estate and production of the winery's cool climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Engles WineDirect hires Jeff Carroll has joined as vice president, partners and

Manufacturing Activity Contracted in February

For the fourth consecutive month, economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in February following a 28-month period of growth, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business. “The February Manufacturing PMI® registered 47.7%, 0.3 percentage point higher than the 47.

Two Roads Intros Nightshaker Espresso Martini Canned Craft Cocktail

Two Roads Brewing Co., Stratford, Conn., introduced Nightshaker Espresso Martinis, its new line of premium vodka-based canned craft cocktails. At 12% ABV, Nightshaker Espresso Martinis are crafted with vodka and real cold brew coffee. The martinis are the third spirit-based product released under Two Roads Distilling Co., the

What We're Reading --

Ukraine’s Wine Industry Ravaged by War: Wineries, Vineyards, and Equipment Destroyed Russia’s invasion has touched every part of Ukraine’s wine economy. Looted wineries, sommeliers turned soldiers, and destroyed warehouses are only part of it, as Sergey Panov reports. (Meininger's Wine Business International) Sake Is Booming

Barnard Griffin Taps Winebow to Distribute In Washington State

With the addition of Washington, Winebow now distributes Barnard Griffin in nine markets, including Washington, D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, and Virginia. “We are honored to represent Barnard Griffin in their top market and delighted to expand our relationship with them,” said Dean Ferrell, president/CEO of