11/09/2024

Mark your calendars! The International Bulk Wine & Spirits Show (IBWSS) is returning to San Francisco on July 29th & 30th, 2025, and exhibitor registration is officially open. This leading B2B event, which has become a cornerstone for bulk wine, private label, and contract manufacturing professionals, is set to bring together industry giants under the theme “Crop to Shelf.” If you’re involved in the production, distribution, or retailing of bulk wine and spirits, this is an event you can’t afford to miss.

A Glance Back at IBWSS 2024

This year’s IBWSS was a standout success, featuring a series of power-packed conference sessions led by industry veterans. Attendees were treated to a wealth of knowledge across critical industry topics. 

Chris Swonger, President & CEO, DISCUS spoke about Spirits Trends Moving Into 2024 and 2025 discussing future trends and challenges in the spirits industry, highlighting DISCUS’s role in advocacy, policy issues, and industry support.

Maurice DiMarino, Wine and Beverage Manager, Cohn Restaurant Group; Rachel Lowe - Director of Beverage Operations, Levy Restaurants; Cami Lehmann - Director of Marketing, Maggiano’s Little Italy were part of the Restaurants Chain Buyers Panel that discussed wine and beverage purchasing for restaurant chains, including marketing strategies, operational considerations, and managing supplier relationships. (To know further, read our blogs on "How to Pitch Your Beverage Brands to Restaurant Groups with Rachel Lowe" and "Mastering Wine Marketing from Lulie Halstead". Also Read: Meet Maurice DiMarino, Wine and Beverage Director at Cohn Restaurant Group)

Christian Deakin, Product Development Manager at BevZero, led a Masterclass on crafting flavorful dealcoholized wines. He detailed key techniques and technologies for maintaining essential flavors and aromas while reducing alcohol content, addressing both the challenges and opportunities in this growing segment.

Image: From left Manveer Sandhu, Noël Schaff and Cathy Ference

The Bottlers Panel about What Bottlers are Looking for in Bulk Buying included Cathy Ference, Sr. Manager of Bulk Wine Supply at Constellation Brands who spoke about strategic sourcing and market trends; Manveer Sandhu, Director of Winemaking at Rack & Riddle Custom Wine Services, who discussed quality control and consistency in bulk wine and Noël Schaff, B2B Sales Manager at O'Neill Vintners and Distillers, covering commercial and logistical considerations in bulk wine buying. You can also take a look at the panel discussion on the debate on bulk buying and selling, moderated by Sid Patel.

The panelists shared insights on the criteria and practices that guide bulk wine procurement, offering valuable takeaways for attendees.

Speakers from across the US shared their expertise, fostering an environment of learning and growth that left participants with actionable insights to drive their businesses forward. IBWSS has always been a hotspot for industry networking, and 2025 is no exception. 

Distillers state associations panel at IBWSS 2024

New Theme for 2025: Crop to Shelf

The 2025 edition of IBWSS will dive deep into the entire supply chain, exploring every aspect from the vineyards to retail shelves. The conference will tackle essential topics such as sustainable viticulture, evolving consumer preferences, advancements in packaging, and how producers and retailers can collaborate more effectively. The “Crop to Shelf” theme promises to provide a comprehensive view of the industry’s most pressing issues and the strategies needed to navigate them.

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Meet the Exhibitors

Exhibitors will include some of the most impressive names in the business. Some of the notable exhibitors for 2025 include:

Airport Ranch and Airfield Estates – A family-owned winery and vineyard located in Washington State’s Yakima Valley, known for producing high-quality grapes and wines.

Casa Maestri Distillery – A leading tequila distillery blending tradition and innovation, crafting premium tequilas that reflect Mexico’s rich spirit heritage.

Cru Bottling Systems – Providers of professional-grade, compact modular bottling systems that cater to the growing needs of the wine and spirits industry.

Fast Track Packaging Inc. – The North American leader in aluminum can decoration, offering sleeved, digitally printed, and traditionally printed options.

JB Thome & Co Inc – Specialists in bulk distilled spirits for private label and craft blends, providing a wide variety of distilled spirits in bulk.

La Huaracha Spirits – A unique agave distillery offering tequila, mezcal, and agave spirits, ideal for developing agave-based ready-to-drink beverages (RTDs).

PalTank Ltd – Experts in food-grade liquid logistics, offering comprehensive transportation solutions by road, rail, and sea.

Tagaris Winery – Known for its organic and conventional grapes and wines from Washington State’s Wahluke Slope AVA, Tagaris Winery is certified organic and glyphosate-free.

Tennessee Distilling Group LLC – A premier provider of bourbon, Tennessee whiskey, rye, and other spirits to the global beverage industry.

VinLog USA – Leaders in beverage transportation and logistics, ensuring seamless delivery across the globe.

Virginia Distillery Co – The most awarded single malt whisky distillery in America, located in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains.

Wine and Spirits Shippers Association – A dedicated shippers association supporting the wine and spirits industry with logistics and transportation solutions.

Image: Fast Track Packaging Inc. at IBWSS 2024.

These exhibitors are key players in the bulk wine, spirits, and private label sectors, offering a diverse range of products and services to meet the industry’s evolving demands.

This year’s show will be a convergence of top-tier producers, contract manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, all eager to forge new partnerships and take their businesses to the next level.

Don't Miss Out – Register Today!

If you’re looking to connect with top-tier producers, distributors, and retailers, IBWSS San Francisco is the place to be. The 2025 event promises to offer invaluable opportunities to grow your business and stay ahead of industry trends.

Exhibitor registration is now open! Secure your spot at the show by visiting the Exhibitor Registration Form or have someone from the IBWSS team contact you by registering your interest today.  

For more information and the latest updates, check out IBWSS 2025.

Join us in San Francisco in 2025 as we explore the journey from “Crop to Shelf” and take your place among the leaders shaping the future of the bulk wine and spirits industry!

Where: 

South San Francisco Conference Center
255 South Airport Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080, USA

When:

July 29-30, 2025

Also Read:

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