Bordeaux’s wine production fell to its lowest level in more than three decades in 2024, driven by climate challenges, declining global demand, and strategic supply cuts by winemakers. Read More
Morris Cai
Morris Cai has carved out a niche for himself as a leading journalist and editor, specializing in the wine and spirits sector. His career, now spanning over a dozen years, has seen him dedicate a significant portion of it—ten years—to honing his expertise in this field. Cai’s career in journalism started in 2012 when worked as a reporter and web editor at Entrepreneur Daily, a national newspaper. His ambition and dedication to his craft saw him taking a step further into the food and beverage sector in 2014, when he joined the editorial team of China’s leading food publication New Food magazine, contributing significantly to the Food and Drinks News section as both a reporter and an editor. In 2016, he joined WBO Wine Business Observation, a leading Chinese wine trade media as its lead writer and web editor. In this capacity, Cai independently spearheaded the selection of topics and produced an impressive array of around 200 articles each year, focusing on the nuanced reporting of wine and spirits. His work gave rise to numerous in-depth and widely read articles that have significantly influenced the industry’s discourse. Cai is fluent in English communications, interviews, and skilled at bi-lingual translations, which has supported his long-term involvement in sourcing and translating topics for English websites. His in-depth knowledge of trends and insights within the wine and spirits industries marks him as a respected authority in his field.
Asia was the only region where Penfolds recorded revenue growth, with NSR surging 50.4% to AUD 386.1 million (USD 243.9 million), accounting for 69.3% of total Penfolds sales. Read More
French wine and spirits exports fell for a second consecutive year in 2024, dragged down by weaker demand in China, according to a report released Tuesday by FEVS. Read More
The network is suspected of exporting up to 24,000 liters of fake wine, with an estimated financial impact reaching millions of dollars. Read More
China is raising tariffs on several types of alcohol, including vermouth, brandy, and whisky, in a move that is expected to further strain the country’s sluggish liquor market. Read More
Luxury conglomerate LVMH reported a 35.7% decline in operating profit for its wine and spirits division in 2024, as weaker demand in China and a challenging global market weighed on sales. Read More
Ever wonder where all the imported wines in China end up? In this report, we track the top destinations, highlight the leading markets for sparkling wine, and break down each top importer’s key wine suppliers. Read More
For the first time in years, Kweichow Moutai, is slashing its production due to softening market demand. Read More
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Sam's Club could be making record sales in 2024 but can its wine sales keep up? Read More
