Good Morning and Happy Friday, March 6, 2026.

SGWS Execs Indicted for Bribery

The indictment of Stephen Magliocco, a former vice president for Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits; Michael Dehdashtian, vice president of chains; Adrian Ruiz, senior vice president for California; Ryan Dow, director of sales; and Loratina "Tina" Muscara, director of sales, is the latest in a series of cases arising from alleged violations of the Federal Alcohol Administration Act.

Wine Market Council Exploring Why Some Consumers 'Don't Like Taste of Wine'

The study will focus on infrequent wine drinkers and non-adopters who regularly consume other alcoholic beverages, a segment that represents a significant growth opportunity for the wine category. 

Thanks for reading. I'll be back later today with Kane's Beverage Week which will have an extensive roundup of news from Thursday and Friday. – Joel