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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Congress Sidelines Specialty Crop Funding in Tax Legislation
The following is a press release from the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance, of which WineAmerica is a member. For Immediate Release – January 2, 2013 Congress Sidelines Specialty Crop Funding in Tax Legislation Tax measure extends 2008 Farm Bill, but excludes key specialty crop programs WASHINGTON, DC – The passage of a fiscal package … Read more
An Emerging Trend For Wine Exporters
By Cary Greene If you’re exporting wine, or thinking about it, you should be aware of an emerging trend relating to foreign registrations and inspections. The implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) has been hot topic recently, particularly with respect to the new registration requirements contained in that law. But FSMA also gave … Read more
New Mobile App Becomes Market Share Leader for American Wineries and Wine Trails
America’s Wine Trails has partnered with two of the largest names in the wine industry, Wines & Vinesand WineAmerica to launch the most comprehensive winery app for today’s mobile consumer. America’s Wine Trails, LLC announces a new Free mobile app showcasing over 6,000 wineries and 270 wine trails in the United States. The app is … Read more
