No TTB Seminars to be held in 2012. Where to Find Answers to Your Questions?
You've seen me mention that there are not very many sources of training in the area of wine compliance. But one source that had been an annual offering that many of us had become accustomed to were the TTB's seminars. These were a full day event covering the most popular TTB topics and current updates and they offered industry members a face to face opportunity to meet TTB staff and ask their questions in person. The last time we saw the TTB offer these seminars was in 2010. I recently checked with TTB wine technical advisor Mari Kirrane to find out if they would be offered next in 2012. Due to budget cuts they will not be. Read more
How to Create the Perfect Blend When Designing Your Wine Labels.
The practice of winemaking is often referred to as an art or a craft. The process of creating a label is a very intricate one as well. It is intricate not only because of the TTB regulations that surround them but also because of the many parties that are involved in their design. From winery to winery that list of involved players does vary which has a direct correlation with how efficiently (Or not!) labels are planned for. Read more
OK Wineries………….Everybody Concentrate!
This is a cautionary post for all the wineries that as a result of the low sugar levels in their fruit this year due to the lack of a summer decided to boost the sugar level of their batches of juice and must by adding grape concentrate. Beware that come bottling time for any of those finished wines that had concentrate added to them they will not be eligible for "Estate Bottled" on their label. Read more
