Economic downturn, a real estate bubble that popped and a consumer shift to cheaper wine brands are all hurting the Napa and Sonoma Valley wine industries. We’ll discuss the state of the industry, including the situation with the European grapevine moth. Portions of Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties have been quarantined in response to moth infestation.
Guests:
Robert Nicholson, principal with International Wine Associates
Glenn Proctor, partner with Ciatti Wine/Grape Brokerage
Christine Hanna, president of Hanna Winery in Healdsburg
Sue Michaelsen, real estate attorney and realtor/broker with KM Properties in Santa Rosa, which focuses on wineries and vineyards
Dave Whitmer, agricultural commissioner for Napa County
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