Hong Kong's once-bustling wine scene faces unprecedented new challenges amid the city’s economic downturn, shifting demographics following expat exodus, and an increasing number of penny-wise locals who prefer to wine and dine across the border. Read More
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Marking its 30th anniversary, this year's edition will unveil what organizers tout as "the world's largest and most comprehensive lineup of wines and spirits," with participation from 5,700 exhibitors spanning over 60 countries. Read More
In the interview, the CEO shares why instant retail is “a new highlight in the wine distribution evolution in China" and how ASC strategically pivoted to engage the next generation of wine consumers. Read More
One of Australia’s biggest organic wineries, Salena Estate, has gone bankrupt following a domino effect of financial challenges triggered by hefty tariffs imposed by China. Read More
This ambitious competition steps into the spotlight at a crucial moment, filling the void left by the cancellation of the Louis Roederer International Wine Writers Awards in 2020 after a 16-year run. Read More
Zong Qinghou, the self-made drinks billionaire who once became the country’s richest man, has passed away on Sunday at age 79 after ineffective treatment of an unnamed illness. Read More
Treasury Wine Estates, the Australian wine giant that owns Penfolds, says it’s “prepared and well placed” to resume shipping of its wines including Penfolds Bin and Icon series to the Chinese market once Beijing completes tariff review as soon as next month. Read More
Jancis Robinson MW OBE has been named the recipient of the 2024 Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) Lifetime Achievement Award for her oustanding contribution to the world of wine spanning over five decades. Read More
DBR Lafite Group has been awarded nearly RMB 80 million in a landmark lawsuit case against counterfeiters, a record-breaking amount granted to a foreign wine company. Read More
Leading Bordeaux négociant Joanne is allegedly invovled in a wine smuggling case that's being investigated by Chinese authorities, according to Chinese media reports, the second time the négociant has been linked to wine smuggling. Read More