For East Coast Wine Importers, the Port Workers Strike Brings Fear and Uncertainty

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Posted on 10/03/2024 10:25:11 AM PDT by DallasBiff

The longshoremen strike that closed ports on the East and Gulf Coasts on Tuesday has left wine importers scrambling to secure their European shipments ahead of the busy holiday season.

Consumers will not see immediate shortages on store shelves or restaurant wine lists, but as Thanksgiving approaches, many may have to find substitutes for their favorite Champagnes or Beaujolais. For importers and others in the trade, the strike by members of the International Longshoremen’s Association union, who are seeking increased wages, comes as the wine industry struggles with lagging sales. Consumption of wine diminished over the last year, and studies pointed to the potential health risks of alcoholic beverages.

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Oh my, the wine and cheese crowd at The New York Times are freaking out about the longshoreman's strike.

1 posted on 10/03/2024 10:25:11 AM PDT by DallasBiff

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2 posted on 10/03/2024 10:26:33 AM PDT by BenLurkin (The above is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion, or satire, or both.)

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3 posted on 10/03/2024 10:27:49 AM PDT by ProtectOurFreedom (May the soy boys, feminazis, and alphabet weirdos choke on the toxic fumes of our masculinity)

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