Legal and Legislative Issues
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Federal Government Nips America's First Hemp Wine in the Bud
The hemp-infused wine had some unlikely allies in power, but federal authorities have snuffed it out. Plus, wine-movie …
White House Spares European Wines from 100 Percent Tariffs for Now; 25 Percent Duties Remain in Place
After reviewing the tariffs in the Airbus fight, the U.S. Trade Rep has raised duties on plane parts and is staying the …
Don’t Care About Tariffs on European Wines? How About the Value of Your House?
Many Americans believe tariffs on wine will stick it to the French, but the evidence shows the pain will be much closer to …
Robert Mondavi Winery Sits in the To Kalon Vineyard. Its Owner Says There's No Such Place
Is To Kalon a vineyard or a brand? Constellation is fighting neighbors who want to put it on the register of historic places
French Winemakers Feel the Tariff Pain
While U.S. wine merchants lobby to stop 100 percent tariffs on European wines, French winegrowers are already suffering …
Is Chablis Part of Burgundy? What About Beaujolais?
A debate over appellations has some vintners angry, leading French officials to back down on proposed changes
White House Holds Off on French Sparkling Wine Tariffs for Now, French Officials Say
Trade dispute stems from France's tax on tech firms; larger fight over airplane subsidies continues
California Wineries Sue Insurers over Smoke-Tainted Wines
Kunde Family and Vintage Wine Estates file lawsuits against their insurance carriers for refusing to cover substantial …
