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videoThe licenses CA wineries & wine businesses must hold with the CDFA
California wineries and CA wine businesses are required to hold certain licenses with the CDFA, the CA Dept of Food & Ag. This video explains what those two licenses are and who is required to hold them.
videoWhen does a wine REALLY qualify to use Napa on its wine label?
Do you know when a wine really qualifies to use Napa on its wine label? Full course info available here: https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/courses *WATCH THE FULL INTRO VIDEO FOR FREE*
videoFor wineries, What is the difference between a custom crush and an AP client?
This video give a simple explanation to answer the question, what is the difference between a CC (custom crush) and an AP (alternating proprietor) client at a winery.
videoWhat are your options for how to file the TTB 5120.17?
The TTB 5120.17 is a report every winery in the US must file. There are two ways that the report can be filed. One of those is very old school and the other is what we call the 21st century option, that we highly recommend.
videoThe value of produced by fermentation for US wineries
Have questions about produced by fermentation for your winery's TTB excise taxes or labels? Sign up for a Compliance Check In call here: https://my.timetrade.com/book/DHSKN
videoWhat items must you always put on your labels?
Do you know the REQUIRED items to list on your label? There are 4 items that are ALWAYS required. Take a sneek peek here and sign up for the full course at https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/p/the-ttb-reports-all-us-wineries-are-required-to-file
videoCA wineries can now manage their ABC licenses online
This video is for CA wineries. It shows them how to set up an online account with the CA ABC to manage all of their type 02 (& other) licenses. No more need to renew their licenses via snail mail!
videoWineries -Is it OK to accept an outside weigh tag?
This video explains if it is OK for a CA winery to accept a completed weighmaster certificate for a load of grapes they didn't weigh. This is for CA winery staff, specifically deputy weighmasters.
videoWhich CA Grape Crush report version to use? The EZ or Regular?
This is a brief clip from our webinar recording, The Do's and Don'ts for Filing the CA Grape Crush Report. We walk you through how to complete the report and common mistakes to avoid https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/p/webinar-the-do-s-and-don-ts-for-filing-the-ca-grape-crush-report-720748
videoUS wineries: Do you know when a label approval is required?
Welcome to the Winery Compliance Training Academy! When is a winery required to submit a label to the TTB for a label approval? (also known as a COLA!) If you bottle wine at your winery site, the label must be approved BEFORE that wine goes into the bottle! For more information and winery compliance education, go to: https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/p/the-ttb-reports-all-us-wineries-are-required-to-file Make sure to subscribe for updates on our latest courses!
videoCA wineries : How to renew your 02 license online and get a fee waiver
This video is for all California wineries. We show you how to file online to renew your California ABC type 02 winegrower license and get a waiver of the renewal fees. (If your winery qualifies) This online renewal option is available for the 2022 to 2023 license year.
videoWhat does your wine qualify to list on its label?
Welcome to the Winery Compliance Training Academy! Let's take a sneak peek at one of the main items required to be listed on your label. For more information, the full course - and your winery compliance education, go to: https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/p/the-ttb-reports-all-us-wineries-are-required-to-file
videoThe TTB excise tax credits are connected to your 5120.17 reports
US wineries can qualify to deduct hefty credits off of their TTB excise taxes if their wines qualify. The gallons that qualify must have been listed on specific lines of their TTB 5120.17 reports. A full explanation of those lines is included in our course, The TTB Reports all US Wineries are required to file. Sign up at https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/p/the-ttb-reports-all-us-wineries-are-required-to-file
videoThe TTB is paper free!
US wineries can manage all areas of their TTB compliance electronically. They are never required to send applications or reports via paper. This video explains the 3 sites the TTB offers for wineries to manage their required application and reporting.
videoCompliance Training for Wineries
The Winery Compliance Training Academy offers courses to US winery staff on how to manage their required records and reports for TTB reporting and CA agency reporting. All courses are offered online. Full course info available at courses.winecompliancealliance.com/courses
videoIntro TTB required reports for US wineries
Finally! Real world TTB compliance training for US wineries! This course is a broad overview of the 3 primary reports all US wineries are required to file with the TTB for their winery. The 3 reports are the 5120.17, the 5000.24 and label approvals. Created by 3 wine industry veterans with a combined total of 40 years working at and with wineries.
videoThe TTB report required by all US wineries
All wineries in the US are required to file reports to the Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau. The TTB! There is one report they are always required to file, no matter how much or how little activity is happening at their winery. That report is the 5120.17
videoINTRODUCING! the Winery Compliance Training Academy
Introducing the Winery Compliance Training Academy – WCTA We created courses for you, winery compliance professionals, winery staff and winemakers. From novice to seasoned — we’ve got you covered with courses that will show you how to manage all of the following: • TTB 5120.17 (Yes, the 702!) • Excise taxes • Label design • Label approval • And more! Make sure you subscribe to this channel to keep up with latest offerings, tips and more. ~ Winery Compliance Training Academy ~ "Let us help take the complaint out of your compliance!"
videoWhat businesses are required to file the CA Grape Crush Report?
The NEW Winery Compliance Training Academy presents a comprehensive course for our compliance friends: HOW TO FILE THE CALIFORNIA GRAPE CRUSH REPORT This course offers step by step instructions AND detailed organizational preparation tips and tactics for filing one of the most unpopular annual reports of all time in the winery compliance world. Don't worry! We've got your back. Watch the first video here for a taster - then head over to www.winecompliancealliance.com to sign up for the full course! Don't forget to subscribe to our channel here for more sneak peeks at our upcoming winery compliance courses.
videoNEW Harvest Winery Compliance Training Course Launches!
Sign up at the link below RIGHT NOW! First 50 students receive 10% off! https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/p/ttb-winery-harvest-training Winery Compliance Training Academy Launches Brand New TTB Harvest Course! Our creators are thrilled to bring you an immersive and comprehensive plunge into the TTB required recording and activity for Harvest specific compliance. While the information may be dry, like a Riesling, you can be assured that the content is full bodied like a tall bottle of single vineyard Cab Franc after a long day in the cellar. Did you say cellar? I hardly know her. Here's a sneak peak to wet the palette. Here is that link again to sign up: https://courses.winecompliancealliance.com/p/ttb-winery-harvest-training
videoPutting "Canned By" On Your Wine In A Can Label
It's bottling season! AND canning season?! Who of you out there are CANNING your wines? Tell us in the comment section below! A huge trend in the industry right now - WCA goes straight to the source - the good ol' TTB - to find out what is legally required on your wine label if it's in a can. CAN we say "Canned By" ? Watch our latest video to find out! ~ SUBSCRIBE! TO THIS CANNEL FOR MORE UPDATES LIKE THESE! ~ winecompliancealliance.com
videoYour Compliance Training Survey Answers!
Thank you to all who took the time to take our survey! We've taken all that feedback and are now working on our upcoming Wine Compliance Alliance Training Course - coming later this year! So stay tuned, and don't forget to subscribe to this channel for updates on the course. winecompliancealliance.com
videoThe Most Current Versions of the 5120.17
The TTB has very slightly changed that NAMES of the 5120.17 form. Watch this video to find out where to find them on the TTB website and Pay.Gov. Visit winecomplianceallaince.com for more information, and subscribe to our mailing list for more helpful updates!
videoThree TTB Websites For Managing Your Winery Compliance
DID YOU KNOW? The TTB has THREE different websites available to you for the three primary areas of your winery compliance. 1. Permits Online: Manage all filings related to your basic permit. 2. pay.gov: For 5120.17 and TTB Excise Tax Report + Making payments. 3. COLAS Online: File formulas online and follow up with a COLA submission. Make sure you are subscribed to this channel for more updates like these, and check out our website here: https://winecompliancealliance.com/