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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National Wine Policy Bulletin – February Installment
Log-in as a member in the upper-left hand corner to view content. You can also see a PDF copy in the Members Only section. Not a member? Join today! The beginning of 2015 featured two major political events including the State of the Union and the announcement of the President’s FY 2016 budget blueprint. Massachusetts, … Read more
2015 Eastern Winery Exposition Signs 200th Exhibiting Company – WineAmerica Members Get a 10% Discount on Registration
WineAmerica is a Supporting Sponsor of the Eastern Winery Exposition. WineAmerica members will receive a 10% discount on registrations. Log in to the WineAmerica website to get the discount code. The fourth annual Eastern Winery Exposition (EWE), taking place March 17-19 at The Oncenter in Syracuse, New York, is on the verge of selling out … Read more
Ask Your Advocate – Do you know the difference between apple wine and cider?
Is there a difference between apple wine and cider? The labeling of cider can be confusing. Since many ciders are less than 7% alcohol by volume they are subject to FDA labeling requirements and do not need a Certificate of Label Approval. For an apple wine that is derived wholly from apples (with the exception … Read more
