I know the topic of pricing is talked about here a lot. Something I’ve started to notice is that alot of wineries ( Napa, ect) that used to sell out within hours are now taking several weeks if not longer. Most of these wineries are in the $200+ price range( Dalla Valle, VV, Diamond Creek, there are a ton of others out there) which has certainly pushed my comfort envelope as a consumer as the pricing continues to rise. I do have a select few that I make exceptions for ( KE, Bella Oaks, Pipe) it’s enough to count on one hand as I’ve started to look elsewhere for value which sounds like a recurring theme these days especially when it comes to Napa.
I wonder from a wineries perspective do they think about price escalation and long term effects on the brand/business.
Just my two cents as we all navigate this crazy hobby