Winery Associations Directory
Welcome to the Craft Liquids: Winery Associations Directory, your comprehensive guide to regional and national winery associations. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, an industry professional, or just curious about the world of wine, this directory will help you explore the diverse and vibrant community of wineries and vineyards.
National Winery Associations
- Wine Institute
- Description: The voice for California wine, representing over 1,000 wineries and affiliated businesses. The Wine Institute advocates for the industry at state, federal, and international levels.
- Website: Wine Institute
- Wine Market Council
- Description: A non-profit association of grape growers, wine producers, importers, wholesalers, and other affiliated businesses. Their mission is to grow and stabilize the wine market in the U.S.
- Website: Wine Market Council
- American Wine Society
- Description: A non-profit, educational organization for wine enthusiasts. The AWS is the largest consumer-based wine education organization in North America.
- Website: American Wine Society
Regional Winery Associations
- California Association of Winegrape Growers
- Description: Advocates for all California winegrape growers, focusing on fair prices and issues affecting the livelihoods of growers.
- Website: California Association of Winegrape Growers
- Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance
- Description: A cooperative marketing alliance of Paso Robles wineries, vineyards, and related businesses. Known for Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Rhône-style wines.
- Website: Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance
- New York Wine & Grape Foundation
- Description: Responsible for the growth of the New York grape, grape juice, and wine industry, which generates about $5 billion annually in economic benefits.
- Website: New York Wine & Grape Foundation
- Oregon Winegrowers Association
- Description: Speaks on behalf of Oregon vineyards and wineries to decision-makers in Salem and Washington DC. Provides legal and economic solutions to its members.
- Website: Oregon Winegrowers Association
- Washington State Wine Commission
- Description: Aims to raise awareness and demand for Washington State Wine through marketing and educational activities. Supports viticulture and oenology research.
- Website: Washington State Wine Commission
International Winery Associations
- International Wine & Spirits Guild
- Description: Dedicated to fostering training at the highest levels and helping everyone. Offers a lifetime of wine and spirits education to everybody.
- Website: International Wine & Spirits Guild
- Wine International Association (WIA)
- Description: A global network of wine influencers that generates business synergies to help wineries grow and expand.
- Website: Wine International Association
Winery Guilds
- The Wine Guild of the United Kingdom
- Description: Supports the thriving wine industry by showcasing English and Welsh wines and bringing members and trade closer to the producers.
- Website: The Wine Guild of the United Kingdom
- Maine Winery Guild
- Description: Invites you to explore the Maine Wine Trail, visit tasting rooms, and sample the wines and spirits produced by its members.
- Website: Maine Winery Guild