Member News: May 2026
Member News & Benefits
WIN Marketplace Featured Listing: Four 2026 Napa Valley Grape Listings from One Source
From the bold color and structure of Petite Sirah and Petite Verdot to the depth, lift, and blending flexibility of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this collection offers winemakers a practical way to build or refine a 2026 red wine program with intention… View Listings Now!
The WIN Marketplace is a platform where members can showcase both new and used products and services, all at no extra cost as part of their membership. Take a look at other WIN Members’ listings and get your products posted now! Have You Listed Your Products & Services on the WIN Marketplace Yet?
Upcoming Industry Events
2026 Wine Sales Symposium NEXT WEEK!
Wednesday, May 13th, Rohnert Park, CAThe Wine Sales Symposium is just around the corner, bringing together winery owners, sales leaders, and marketing professionals for a full day of practical insights and real-world strategies. The program focuses on what’s working right now across DTC, wholesale, hospitality, and customer engagement—along with the opportunity to connect with peers facing the same challenges. If you’re looking to step away from the day-to-day and gain clarity on where to focus next, this is a valuable room to be in. ***WIN Members receive a special discount when registering with promo code: WINMEMBER*** To learn about the Symposium, visit: Wine Sales Symposium 2026
U.S. Sustainable Winegrowing Summit – May 6, 2026
Holistic Soil Health – May 8, 2026
Risk, Resilience & Real World Advice for Winery Owners – May 12, 2026
AB 720: Your Vineyard is Your New Venue – May 13, 2026
Webinar: Improve Your Soil Monitoring with LI-300 & LI-350 Sensors – May 13, 2026
Webinar: Why Your Numbers Aren’t Helping You Make Better Decisions – May 14, 2026
2026 Industry Update: Grape Markets, Grower Resources & What’s Ahead – May 20, 2026
Before the Final Filter: Pre-Filtration Best Practices – May 21, 2026
AWG Wine Advisors: Wine Business Seminar – May 21, 2026
Sonoma County Social Media Workshop – May 27, 2026
Emerging Leaders Program – May 27, 2026
What wine industry event topics are important to YOU?
Are you an expert in the field of wine and would like to share your ideas with our event audience? We encourage you to share your ideas regarding panel discussions, case studies, or product presentations and consider joining our line-up of industry experts this December. If there are particular topics or subjects you would like to learn more about, let us know! Submit your ideas, opinions, and insights you would like to share with our audience.
Marketing Resources & Opportunities
WIN Expo Sponsorship Opportunities!
WIN Expo sponsorship opportunities are designed to keep your brand visible before, during, and after the event – putting your company in front of winery decision-makers across every stage of the buying journey. One of our favorites is the Session Host Sponsor opportunity at WIN Expo. Host your own conference session, shape the discussion, and position your company as a trusted voice in front of thousands of winery decision-makers. From targeted branding placements to expanded promotional exposure, these programs help reinforce your market presence, drive booth traffic, and generate meaningful leads. Explore customizable options to align with your exhibition strategy and ensure your company stays front and center. View the Sponsorships NOW
Promoting an event? We’ve got you covered!
Whether you’re hosting a webinar, seminar, tradeshow, or industry gathering, our targeted advertising solutions help you reach the right audience. With options to fit any budget or event size, we provide the visibility you need to maximize attendance and engagement. Let us connect your event with industry professionals who matter most. Reach out today to explore your options!
Why Webinars Still Drive B2B Leads!
Today’s winery buyers do their research before ever reaching out. That’s why webinars remain one of the most effective B2B marketing tools for suppliers selling into the wine industry — when they’re focused, practical, and built around real buyer challenges. Webinars continue to build credibility, engagement, and qualified leads, and one well-planned webinar can become months of valuable marketing content. Get strategic ideas on topics, format best practices, and ways to make webinars work for even the smallest teams NOW!
WIN Career Opportunities & Resources
Have a position you need to fill? Post Your JOB Now! As a Wine Industry Network member, you can post jobs for FREE! Just use the promo code WINMEMBER when checking out.
Studio Production Lead
Outshinery – REMOTE
General Manager
Windy Hill Estate – East Greenbush, NY
Winery Chef and Hospitality
Reustle Prayer Rock Vineyards – Roseburg, OR
More Wine Industry Career Listings
Product & Service News Content Deadlines:
| CATEGORY | POST DEADLINE – 2:00pm PT | PUBLICATION DATE |
| Vineyard / Grower | 5/4/26 | 5/5/26 |
| Sales / Marketing | 5/6/26 | 5/7/26 |
| Production / Winemaking | 5/11/26 | 5/12/26 |
| Operations / Services Professional | 5/13/26 | 5/14/26 |
| Vineyard / Grower | 5/18/26 | 5/19/26 |
| Sales / Marketing | 5/20/26 | 5/21/26 |
| Production / Winemaking | **5/22/26 | 5/26/26 |
| Operations / Services Professional | 5/27/26 | 5/28/26 |
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2026 Content Schedule | Login to your Company Page
Content Marketing is the best way to make people aware of YOU, and News Posts are a key factor when it comes to driving traffic to your Company Page. The type of content you post and share is closely related to what you sell; in other words, you’re educating people so that they know, like, and trust you enough to do business together. Your posted content is automatically included in Wine Industry Network’s homepage News Feed and also within the Product & Service News emails, delivered to over 16,000+ buyers and decision-makers in the industry.
Content Ideas & Best Practices Tips for News Posts (PDF)