Napa, CA January 20, 2021 – After the US International Trade Commission (USITC) determined on October 20, 2020 that the US industry “is not materially injured or threatened with material injury by reason of imports of glass containers from China” last year’s antidumping duty has now been lifted, which will result in a return to lower prices […]
Study after study has proved that consumers prefer glass over other packaging materials for several reasons: Because it is aesthetically pleasing, is virtually inert and doesn’t interact with the food or beverage it holds, and because it is recyclable. Global Package has a long tradition of promoting glass in the wine and spirits industries for […]
I have been in the Napa wine industry for many years, beginning with my first job in 1984 in Carneros, working forimage Jack Davies at his brand new distillery. In 1987 I took my first job on the glass side of the industry, at Demptos Glass (see attached photo). Anyone who has been to Napa/Sonoma […]
By Erica Harrop I read with interest the Packaging Survey Report in the latest issue of Wine Business Monthly, and would like to add my thoughts on the topic. My first point is an obvious one: there are many factors, not just glass weight, that influence a consumer’s decision to purchase a wine. While heavier bottles do […]
Global Package, LLC is proud to be a sponsor and exhibitor at this year’s August 4th Wine Packaging Conference, which is hosted by Wine Business Monthly (WBM). After years of being held in Yountville’s Lincoln Theater, the conference has moved to virtual exhibits due to Covid-19. Check out the Global Package Exhibit Banner here: www.winebusiness.com/event/pack/ Visit GP’s virtual booth and […]
Winemaker Sue Tipton knew it was time for a change. She had to address some packaging concerns she was learning about from customers and retailers. But she also needed to approach the updates without disrupting the brand’s iconic bottle design. She and her husband, Rodney, opened Acquiesce Winery in 2012. After being inspired by the […]
Napa, CA May 27, 2020 — Erica Harrop, President and CEO of Global Package LLC, applauds all those wineries that are out there making decisions and moving forward in these challenging times. Their efforts will help the economy recover more quickly as businesses gradually reopen and regain their footing as the lifeblood of a healthy America. […]
Erica Harrop, Founder and CEO of Global Packaging LLC, recently learned that client, Adam Lee of Clarice Winery, received kudus not just for his high-scoring Pinots, but also for the wine’s bottles and labels. According to Good Vitis editor, Aaron Menenberg: “The bottles and labels themselves received serious design consideration and effort as well. The […]
Global Package President and CEO, Erica Harrop, recently announced the hiring of Sue Keechler to the sales team. Keechler has over 25 years in the wine industry, beginning with Sebastiani Vineyards in 1995 and 13 years with Wine Business Monthly as Account Executive. She has also served as Marketing Specialist with Sonoma Media Investments, Director of […]
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