The Wine Industry’s Voice In Washington DC
Who We Are
WineAmerica is the only national wine industry association in the USA. We are a 500-member strong organization that encourages the growth and development of American wineries and winegrowing through the advancement and advocacy of sound public policy.
Meet our Staff, Board and Committees
What We Do
WineAmerica works tirelessly to improve legislation regulating winemaking, sales and distribution. We serve as your eyes and ears in the nation’s capital, monitoring the issues that impact your business.
Our Top Issues:
Craft Beverage Modernization & Tax Reform Act
Tariffs & NAFTA (USMCA)
Excise Tax Reduction
Agricultural Labor
Appropriations & Government Funding
Music Licensing
Our Conferences
Wine America holds two conferences a year.
The Spring Policy Conference is held in Washington DC where members work on issues and meet with Congress.
The Fall Retreat is held in a different wine region every year, and is a chance to focus on the future of the organization.
Our Research
In 2022, WineAmerica commissioned a leading economics firm, John Dunham & Associates of New York City, to conduct a national economic impact study of the American wine industry, including a state-by-state breakdown.
The study reveals that the US wine industry has an economic impact of over $276 billion per year.
You can use the data in this special report on the wine industry’s economic impact in 2022 for your business needs.
Membership
Your membership ensures that America’s 50 states of wine continue to be represented fairly in Washington, D.C.
WineAmerica offers three types of membership. Which one is right for you?
WineAmerica's Latest News
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Webinar: State and Federal Legislative Updates with ShipCompliant
Tuesday, August 4th 10 AM PST / 1 PM EST Keeping up with the ins and outs of the legislative world can prove to be a headache. We’ve combined forces with ShipCompliant to bring you all the updates you need on the most pressing legislative issues in the wine industry. This free webinar will cover federal … Read more
Fall Conference: Agenda Announced
Lexington, Kentucky October 26-27, 2015 Come to Lexington to meet with wine industry leaders from across the country. Be apart of important regional and federal policy discussions, help shape the future of WineAmerica, and enjoy the local flavors of the Bluegrass State! Questions? Contact Tara Good at tgood@nullwineamerica.org or 202-223-5175 Registration $275 per person $175 … Read more
Calorie Labeling on Restaurant Wines Delayed
FDA Announces One Year Delay for Menu-Labeling Rule July 9th, 2015 Washington–Today, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a one year delay in the implementation of the mandatory menu-labeling rule for chain restaurants and vending machines. The final rule went into effect on December 1, 2014, and covered establishments had until December 1, 2015 … Read more
