The last few years have not been easy for the wine industry. Though numbers surged during the pandemic, popularity has dwindled ever since, with U.S. wine sales declining for the past four years. Senior editor Mitch Frank observes that this decrease in wine consumption likely centers on generational shifts, and he notes that it will be key for the industry to engage with its younger consumers. Read his most recent column!
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