February was no slow news month for food and beverage businesses. At the start, industry giant Gallo agreed to purchase Four Roses Bourbon for up to $775 million. Then, acclaimed chef Thomas Keller voiced his objections to an affordable housing project in Napa Valley. All the while, beer and wine producers announced mass layoffs.
Today on the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach recap a few of February’s biggest headlines. What caused these happenings? What effect might they have on the industry moving forward? Can we expect more shake-ups as we approach March?
Zach is drinking: Islay Daiquiri at Scotch Lodge
Joanna is drinking: Mary Taylor Muscadet
Adam is drinking: Negroni