Geography and Wine Crimes: Location, Location, Location

The International Wine and Spirit Competition approximated that counterfeiting and fraud collectively cost the global wine industry approximately $3 billion annually. Due to under reporting, precise figures are challenging to ascertain. Nonetheless, incidents such as vineyard vandalism can inflict substantial financial losses on individual wineries, ranging from tens of thousands to millions of dollars, contingent […]

Crimes in the Vineyard

Crimes in vineyards and wineries can range from theft and vandalism to more sophisticated forms of fraud or sabotage. Specific data on the number of crimes perpetrated specifically in vineyards and wineries in the USA is not readily available. Crime statistics typically categorize offenses by type (e.g., theft, vandalism, fraud) rather than by location, making […]

Criminals Target Wineries and Vineyards

Wineries and vineyards are increasingly becoming the focus of criminal activities, driven by the high value of wine and winemaking equipment, expansive and often isolated properties, and sometimes limited security measures. The unique nature of the products, combined with the potential for substantial financial gain, makes these businesses attractive targets for thieves and vandals. Enhanced security protocols […]

Uncorking the Truth: Exposing Wine Fraud and Other Crimes, Protecting Consumers

There is an estimated US$64.9-billion-dollar value in the global wine counterfeiting market (2020). Wine Counterfeiting Genuine or authentic wines have recently become a multi-billion-dollar issue in the wine industry; therefore, validating the authenticity of wines before purchasing is crucial. With the continuous expansion of the wine market, the business of wine counterfeiting follows in the […]

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