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July 2024
Winery direct-to-consumer shipments came to $150 million in June and that is 15% less than a year ago as the channel may finish the year at less than $4 billion in total value. As the 2024 harvest rapidly approaches, there is an abundance of both grapes and vineyards on the market with little interest from potential buyers.
June 2024
U.S. consumer spending on premium wine appears resilient, while white wine has recaptured the majority of off-premise sales volume in step with a shift in demand. Direct-to-consumer shipment value declined in May, and a new Winjeobs index to track applications should provide a more complete view on the wine industry labor market.
May 2024
Most of the major wine markets around the world continue to find a new point of equilibrium, yet the global market offers opportunities for both large and small wineries. Total DtC shipment value hit a new high for April, while the U.S. market grew by nearly 4%.
April 2024
This year’s examination of sales trends by packaging found few exceptions to the trajectory of the total market aside from the Tetra format. As wineries across the U.S. gear up for a pivotal tourism season, direct sales offer one of the few sectors with growth potential if wineries can provide the experience, service, flavor profile, price and packaging sought by consumers.
