Katherine Philippakis' guest on this episode of Uncorked With Farella shares his experience building luxury brands. Bart Araujo owned one of Napa's greatest wineries and is a master of the art of the real estate deal. They...more
What's happening in the wine mergers and acquisitions market, and how did we get here? Farella Braun + Martel partner and Wine Industry Group chair Katherine Philippakis' guest Robert Nicholson of International Wine...more
The U.S. financial markets are down, yet marquee California wineries are attracting high earnings multiples and Wine Country real estate continues to command exceptionally high prices.
The wine industry is unusual and...more
As property owners plan new or expanded development of their land, looking over the horizon for changes in local and state regulations is critical to inform effective planning and decision-making. Regulations are constantly...more
As wine businesses grow and change over time, so do the rules and regulations. Frustrated with cost and lengthy time frames, local vintners and wine business owners are looking for ways to make the permitting process more...more
Recently, local members of the wine industry in Napa County have been actively engaged with county government in discussions regarding ways to streamline the winery use permit process.
Frustrated with the cost and lengthy...more
Following on last year’s Northern California firestorm in Napa, Lake, Sonoma, Mendocino, Butte and Solano counties, various North Bay regions have also seen wildfires in 2018. A large wildfire in Mendocino and Lake counties...more
The innovative marketing and brand experiences offered by the online technology of third party providers (TPPs) can be an effective way for wineries and wine retailers to connect their product with their customers, expand...more
What is the Doris Charles, et al. v. The Wine Group, et al., No. BC576061 (Cal. Sup. Ct., Los Angeles County) lawsuit?
A lawsuit filed last week as a class action against wineries, wine distributors and wine retailers...more