Prohibition

The Impact of Prohibition on American Wine In this episode of After Wine School, hosts Keith Wallace and Alana Zerbe delve into the history of American Prohibition and its profound impact on the wine industry. They discuss the rise of the temperance movement, the unexpected enactment of Prohibition in 1920, the cultural and economic fallout, and the rise of organized crime. They also highlight the significant loss of wine knowledge and the evolution of America’s relationship with alcohol post-Prohibition. Additionally, they explore the recovery and resurgence of the wine industry, with a particular focus on California, and the ongoing challenges and regulations that stem from this era. 01:03 The Temperance Movement and Early Prohibition Efforts 03:51 Wine's Early History in America 08:39 Prohibition's Impact on the Wine Industry 12:43 The Rise of Organized Crime and Federal Policing 14:23 The Decline of Prohibition 16:21 Economic and Social Impact of Prohibition 17:08 Post-Prohibition California Wine Industry 18:17 The Three-Tier System Explained 20:30 Cultural Shifts in Alcohol Perception 23:00 Prohibition's Lingering Effects on Science and Society 25:34 Regional Differences in Alcohol Laws 27:35 Reviving America's Wine Heritage  👉 Free wine class + resources: https://wineschool.us/hub