Michigan’s Three-Tiered System – Friend or Foe? Mark Vanneste Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC In Michigan, the month of May is Wine Month – and this May is a special one with the launch of the Taste Michigan brand and the “Cool is Hot” marketing campaign promoting Michigan wine. (Special shout out to Mark…
Complying with Michigan’s direct-to-consumer shipping regulations. Mark Vanneste Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC Michigan has had a complex history regarding direct shipping. In fact, Michigan (along with New York) was at the center of an important United States Supreme Court case decided in 2005. Prior to that ruling, Michigan allowed in-state wineries to ship to…
. Nutrition, Ingredient, and Allergen Information on Wine Labels? Mark Vanneste Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC One of the last steps before a bottle of Michigan wine is opened and enjoyed by a fortunate consumer is labeling. Like everything involving alcohol, there are numerous Michigan and federal laws and regulations pertaining to wine labels and…
What’s Wine Law? Mark Vanneste Howard and Howard Attorneys PLLC Unfortunately, I’m not referring to a secret, separate legal system for wine and those who make a living in the industry (although, a reality show called “Wine Court” would make for a good television). What I refer to as “wine law” is really…
Taste Michigan Invades the D- Wine Industry Network Advisor Wine, cider and liquor coming to Lake Michigan’s Burning Foot Festival- MLive 7 Hidden Gem Michigan Wineries You Need to Visit This Year- Awesome Mitten Your voice matters: Participate in our survey to elevate Michigan’s grape and wine industry- MSU 18 Amazing Michigan Wineries That…
MWC Presents: 2024 Michigan Wine Industry Funding Town Hall Panel Michigan Wine Collaborative is excited and honored to present our 2024 Town Hall panelists who will be engaging in an important discussion on wine industry funding at the 2024 Northwest Orchard & Vineyard Show. This will be a great opportunity for the industry to ask…
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May 2023 Newsletter Celebrate Michigan Wine Month with the Taste Michigan Cool is Hot launch, Help us find candidates for the first ever MWC Inclusion & Expansion Educational Fund Scholarship, Save the Dates for the upcoming Michigan Governor’s Cup events, Read the most recent Wine Law from Mark Vanneste, Learn about Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural…
The Dream The Michigan Wine Collaborative (MWC) and the MWC Inclusion & Expansion Committee is proud to announce The Dream. This exciting project is an epic collaboration among Inclusion & Expansion Committee members and the industry to create a benefit wine and strategy to fund the MWC Inclusion and Expansion Scholarship Fund. This fund aims…
For as long as humans have been enjoying wine, we have been competing with birds for the fruits of our labor. Ripening grapes are a bird delicacy, filled with the energy and hydration needed to bulk up for winter and migrate long distances. With no bird management, vineyards can lose 40-90% of their yield to…
