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# [BND] Your Breakfast Briefing
- URL: https://bevnews.net/bnd-your-breakfast-briefing-409/
- Published: 2026-03-18T11:28:16.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-18T11:28:16.000Z
- Author: Joel Whitaker
- Tags: Newsletter

***Good Morning, and Happy Wednesday. It's March 18, 2026\.*** 

## [Uncle Nearest Files for Chapter 11 Reorganization; Founders Sue Farm Credit Over Alleged Smear Campaign](https://bevnews.net/uncle-nearest-files-for-chapter-11-reorganization-founders-sue-farm-credit-over-alleged-smear-campaign/)

Uncle Nearest Inc. filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Act protection, bringing the court-appointed receivership of the Nearest Green Distillery to an end. The bankruptcy filing comes as the judge in the receivership case was preparing to approve the sale of a house on Martha's Vineyard associated with the distillery.

## [Skipstone Opens Sustainable Estate Winery in Alexander Valley](https://bevnews.net/skipstone-opens-sustainable-estate-winery-in-alexander-valley/)

Skipstone opened its new estate winery in Alexander Valley, marking a major milestone for the family-owned estate as it celebrates more than 25 years of environmentally responsible farming. 

## [Oregon Sparkling Winemakers Unite, Launch 1st Official Standards](https://bevnews.net/oregon-sparkling-winemakers-unite-launch-1st-official-standards/)

A growing coalition of Oregon sparkling wine producers announced the launch of Method Oregon, a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing Oregon as a world-class region for traditional method sparkling wine

## [Concha y Toro Sales Up 1.7% in Year; Net Falls 13%](https://bevnews.net/concha-y-toro-sales-up-1-7-in-year/)

Viña Concha y Toro recorded a 1.7% increase in revenues during 2025 (2.8% considering wine only), thanks to the strength of its premium and above brands, whose value sales rose 4.3%.

## [Michelob Ultra's New FIFA World Cup 2026 Package](https://kanes-beverage-news-daily.ghost.io/ghost/?ref=bevnews.net#/editor/post/69ba4d64419fbd0001ddd7c5)

Michelob Ultra, official beer sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026, launched its limited-edition U.S. Soccer Jersey Pack, which is inspired by the just-unveiled jersey that will be worn by the U.S. team in the tournament this summer.

## [Copper & Kings Partner with ](https://bevnews.net/louisville-kings-copper-kings-partner-launched-limited-collector-bourbon-offering/)[Louisville Kings,](https://bevnews.net/louisville-kings-copper-kings-partner-launched-limited-collector-bourbon-offering/)[Launch Limited Collector Bourbon ](https://bevnews.net/louisville-kings-copper-kings-partner-launched-limited-collector-bourbon-offering/)

Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. announced a new partnership celebrating the Louisville Kings' inaugural season, highlighted by the release of the first-ever Louisville Kings private single barrel. 

## [Real American Beer Expands Into Iowa](https://bevnews.net/real-american-beer-expands-into-iowa/)

Real American Beer (RAB) announced its expansion into Iowa — a state with one of the deepest wrestling traditions in America. 

## [Grey Goose Partners on Release of 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'](https://bevnews.net/grey-goose-partners-on-release-of-the-devil-wears-prada-2/)

Grey Goose said it is partnering with one of this year's most highly anticipated films, 20th Century Studios' "The Devil Wears Prada 2,"

## [Von Oehsen Steps into Senior Advisor Role at SGWS](https://bevnews.net/von-oehsen-steps-into-senior-advisor-role-at-sgws/)

Stephen Von Oehsen, Senior VP, Office of Strategic Management (OSM) at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, will be moving from his current day-to-day responsibilities to be Senior Strategic Advisor to Wayne E. Chaplin, President/CEO ; David Chaplin, Executive vp/Chief Growth and Strategy Officer; and Lee F. Hager,

***Thanks for reading. I'll be back tomorrow. – Joel***