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Good Morning and Happy Thursday, July 9, 2026.

How Climate Change Could Redraw California Wine Country Maps

"Climate change will restructure viticultural suitability in spatially complex and region-specific ways," researchers from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan, warn in a just-published paper in Frontiers in Climate. The study finds "substantial declines in climatic viticultural suitability across major regions such as Napa and Sonoma. along notable increases in northern and coastal areas under high-emission scenario in future climate." In othe

Terlato Wine Group Names Gregorio Gutierrez MacAllister COO

Terlato Wine Group named Gregorio Gutierrez MacAllister as its chief operating officer, succeeding Sandra LeDrew, who retired. Gutierrez is a Diageo veteran, having spent 18 years with that producer in senior roles in North America, Latin America and Europe. In announcing the new executive, Bill Terlato, CEO, noted that "Throughout his career he has demonstrated an ability to build high-performing teams, drive transformational growth, and develop strong partnerships.”

SGWS to Cut Up to 219 U.S. Jobs

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits said it will eliminate 1% of its U.S. commercial workforce as it moves to a hybrid model for some independent customers that combines field sales, inside sales, and digital commerce. With this new model, Southern Glazer’s said it has strategically designated an additional 1% of its independent customer base to be served by a newly redesigned inside sales team that will be called the “Customer Solutions Team,” as well as the company’s industry-leading Proof Comm

Wilson Daniels Appoints Reyes in 7 States, Johnson Brothers in 5

Wilson Daniels appointed Reyes Beverage Group as its exclusive distributor in 7 states (Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, and Virginia) and Johnson Brothers as its distributor in 5 states (Indiana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and West Virginia). It's the latest in wholesaler appointments following Republic National Distributing Co.'s sale and pending sale of business units in these markets. The commencement of business with Reyes was effective June 1, and the appo

CBrands to Sell 8 Small New Zealand Wine Brands

Constellation Brands New Zealand Ltd. signed a conditional agreement with Poulter Family Wines to divest eight New Zealand mainstream wine brands, as well as the Selaks winery and related vineyards in Hawke’s Bay. The transaction is subject to closing conditions, including the completion of an employee consultation process in compliance with New Zealand and Australian employment law. Upon completion of the transaction, Poulter Family Wines will take on ownership of Selaks, Little Harvest, The

Buffalo Trace Invites Bourbon Lovers to Remember Camp on Distillery Grounds

This looks like so much fun! And what a great promotion. Buffalo Trace Distillery is transforming its historic Frankfort. Ky., campus into the ultimate summer destination for bourbon lovers with the debut of Camp Buffalo Trace, a new immersive experience for guests 21 and older. Blending nostalgic summer camp-inspired activities with hands-on bourbon education, Camp Buffalo Trace features a full-day of interactive programming, culminating in a rare opportunity for select guests to extend their

DISCUS, Bev Info Group Discount Liquor Handbook to Craft Distillers

Beverage Information Group, publishers of the annual Beverage Handbook series, and the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) have joined forces to release a special edition of the 2026 Liquor Handbook for craft distillers at a discounted rate. The special publication, the 2026 Liquor Handbook – Craft Distillers Edition, is available only to DISCUS craft members. The two groups will also host a webinar, “Distilling Information: Helping Craft Distillers Win with More Data,” on J

Duckhorn Portfolio Exits Legacy Tech, Moves DTC System to Shopify + Winehub.io

Winehub.io, the leading Shopify-based DTC platform for modern wine commerce, said it launched The Duckhorn Portfolio’s new digital commerce ecosystem. Winehub sees the Duckhorn moves as a "definitive move that signals a paradigm shift in enterprise wine technology., The transition includes Duckhorn Vineyards, Decoy, Sonoma‑Cutrer, and other Duckhorn Portfolio estates off legacy wine software and onto the Shopify/Winehub platform, with Kosta Browne scheduled to go live in the fall. The Duckhorn

Voodoo Ranger's Tanker Tour Focuses on East Coast This Year

Voodoo Ranger, America's No, 1 IPA, is unleashing a 21-foot towering tallboy tanker on the East Coast, an expanded mobile spectacle designed to deliver a larger footprint, deeper fan engagement, and fully immersive activations powered by G-Force, the brand's breakout line extension of 2026. Last year's West Coast Tanker Tour drew massive crowds, generated millions of online views, and sparked a surge of fan requests from cities nationwide. So, this year's Tanker Tour is hitting major events fro

Breakthru's Social Responsibility Report Details Investment in Staff, Communities

Breakthru Beverage Group's annual Corporate Social Responsibility shows collaborating with employees has positive benefits. Expanded educational programs saw associates take more than 35,000 health and safety courses, strengthening a culture of safety-first, while large-scale learning and development initiatives equipped associates in sales, corporate, operations, analytics and more to accelerate their performance. Breakthru also launched its Power of One Learning Maps experience, engaging tho

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