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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H.R. 4092: The AG Act: Would Create New Agriculture Guest Worker Program
Representative (and House Judiciary Chairman) Bob Goodlatte (R-VA-6) has introduced the The Ag Act (H.R. 4092). The bill would create a new category of guest worker under what would be known as the H-2C program. The H-2C program would gradually phase out the existing H-2A guest worker program that name wineries and vineyard operations use. … Read more
Featured Winery of the Week: Inglenook Estate
The history of the Inglenook began over a century ago. Upon arriving in California, Gustave Niebaum, a Finnish immigrant, bought Inglenook vineyards in 1879. In 1882, the first harvest was picked. Magically, Inglenook survived the deadly earthquake of 1906. Despite the success of the winery, wine production would cease off and on for the next … Read more
Featured Winery of the Week: Lewis Lakes Vineyards
Resting below Lake Michelle, Lewis Lakes Vineyards is owned by Bill and Michelle Lewis. The vineyards were planted to pay forward the determination and perseverance of Napa Valley winemakers. Inspired by the generous spirit of these winemakers, Bill and Michelle Lewis planted the first vines in 2007. Officially opened in September 2013, the winery is … Read more
