California’s wine industry is facing mounting pressure as consumers change their drinking habits and wineries struggle to maintain sales. Now, another Sonoma County wine business is preparing to close after two decades in operation.
Passaggio Wines closes tasting room
Passaggio Wines will close its tasting room at Jack London Village in Glen Ellen, California, at the end of October, ending a 20-year run in the wine business. Owner Cindy Cosco announced the decision after years of declining sales and shrinking wine club memberships, according to the Los Angeles Times.
The winery stopped producing wine in 2025. Cosco said tasting room business had declined approximately 40% over the past several years, making it increasingly difficult to cover operating expenses.
The business had hosted live music, birthday celebrations, anniversary parties, and other events. Passaggio Wines produced approximately 1,700 cases of sparkling, white, and red wines annually, according to its website…