SMOKY GRAPES: WHY THE RISK OF SMOKE EXPOSURE SHOULD MODIFY GRAPE CONTRACTS

Note Written By: Kelly Ball

An increase in wildfires across the United States is largely responsible for detrimental impact on grape growers and the wine industry. As a result of the fires, many grapes at the vineyards are tainted with smoke resulting in bitter wine. Consequently, grape harvesters are struggling to keep contracts with wineries. This note explains why there needs to be a specific industry-wide threshold for smoke taint, as well as why the current transactional paradigm needs to shift between grape growers and wineries. Grab a class of wine and enjoy this wonderful read.

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