Buying Wine Online: Isn't it Time to Relax the Restrictions?
I went out for lunch in downtown Vancouver recently – and got really excited when the restaurant carried my favorite Cabernet Franc from a local BC winery. “This Cab Franc is so hard to find – the winery is even sold out online,” I said. The server responded with “You can buy wine online? Who knew?” Continue »
Aug 4, 2015 at 8:00 AM
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How Smart Systems Will Help Your Winery Sell More Wine
I just got back from Texas Hill Country, located about an hour outside of Austin, Texas. I was there to present Vin65 features and show wineries how smart systems could help them sell more wine. There were about 40 people in the audience - and they asked some great questions. Continue »
Comments (1)Shipping: The Wine Industry Roadblock
DTC wine is reaching its tipping point. Wine shipments have increased drastically as it becomes easier and easier to order wine anytime, anywhere. As more wine lovers shop online, shipping continues to be a major roadblock for most DTC wineries. It's a complicated process - and it isn't cheap. Let's take a closer look, shall we? Continue »
Jun 23, 2015 at 8:00 AM
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Wine Ecommerce 101
So, you want to sell wine online? There are so many options when it comes to wine ecommerce. Where do you start? First things first - do you pick a wine specific platform? The answer should be - absolutely. Continue »
Apr 7, 2015 at 8:00 AM
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Start With Why: What's Your Winery's Value Proposition?
“How do I tell a story that makes my $15 Cabernet different from your $15 Cabernet?” This question came from a great recap blog post I read the other day. It's the million-dollar question. The differentiator. What makes your wine stand out from the crowd? Continue »
Mar 17, 2015 at 8:00 AM
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Mobile Point of Sale is Changing the Tasting Room Experience
Mobile POS systems let you sell where you couldn’t before. When your POS is portable - you can use it at a private tasting, out on a deck, or as you’re walking through the barrel room. If you’re at an off-site tasting event, it’s now possible to take a sale right then and there. Using a point of sale system that gets you out from behind the tasting bar and creates a more intimate experience Continue »
Feb 3, 2015 at 8:00 AM
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New Year, Old Website?
2014 is coming to an end. It's that time of year where we pack up the holiday decorations, discontinue killer promotions and get back to wine club reality. Is your website looking as tired as you feel? Continue »
6 Ways to Sell More Wine During The Holidays
It's November and the holidays are fast approaching. You could have put Christmas off when Costco had festive gear on display in September - but there's no fighting it now. Wine sales peak over the holidays. So, how do you get consumers to buy direct, versus grabbing a bottle at the local store on their way to a holiday party? Here's how: Continue »
Nov 4, 2014 at 4:00 PM
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Spooky, Eerie & Frightening Winery Habits
You've probably guessed by now that we love Halloween here at Vin65. You also know that we're passionate about you selling more wine. This time of year, your online sales are taking off while customers prepare for the holiday season. Don't make these mistakes on your winery website: Continue »
5 Tips For Your Winery Website This Holiday Season
October, November, December (OND) is in full swing. Smart retailers are already starting to focus on holiday promotions for Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the gift-giving season. Continue »
Oct 16, 2014 at 12:00 PM
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