Winery and Distillery Insurance

Wineries have become some of the most sought-after event venues in the hospitality industry. Scenic vineyards, rustic barrel rooms, and open outdoor spaces make them ideal settings for weddings, private tastings, corporate retreats, and seasonal festivals. These events can generate significant revenue and attract new customers, but they also introduce risks that are often outside the winery’s control. If you are operating a winery in Texas, you are insured to operate that business. Your policy likely includes general liability, equipment breakage, crop insurance, liquor liability, and much more. But as wineries push to make events a key revenue stream in their bottom line, one often overlooked inclusion in a winery insurance policy is event insurance or event cancellation insurance. This type of coverage helps protect the winery from the financial losses that can occur when an event must be postponed, relocated, or canceled entirely. Why Event Cancellation Insurance Matters for Wineries Unlike traditional indoor venues, wineries rely heavily on outdoor spaces. Vineyards, patios, gardens, and open fields are beautiful event settings, but they are also vulnerable to weather and environmental conditions. This is Texas: a sudden thunderstorm, extreme heat, or unexpected flooding can make it impossible to safely host an... Read more