The milestone marks a shift in Hong Kong’s alcohol import landscape, which for more than 15 years had been dominated by wine after the government eliminated wine import tariffs to position the city as a global wine hub. Read More
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China and French brandy producers have reached a preliminary agreement on pricing, a key development in Beijing’s anti-dumping investigation into European brandy imports that signals easing tensions between the two sides. Read More
Will the latest alcohol ban for Party and government meals spur home consumption and non-alcoholic sales? We talked to experts to find out. Read More
China’s bar industry is undergoing a quiet transformation, expanding rapidly into lower-tier cities and localising its offerings to appeal to regional tastes, according to a new report. Read More
Even though a US$10 ex-cellar wine can retail for as much as US$100 in India, this Master of Wine believes there’s never been a better time to enter the market. Read More
A consumer behaviour study by the Ministry of Commerce found that 60% of urban consumption now takes place at night, driven by young consumers born after 1995. Read More
The shortfall, compounded by the conspicuous absence of key buyers from mainland China and Hong Kong, casts a spotlight on shifting regional priorities and rising cost concerns surrounding the fair. Read More
Leading producers including Silver Heights, Xige Estate, Legacy Peak, and DEVO Winery shared insights on their 2024 export performance, international ambitions, and the hurdles that remain. Read More
China’s appetite for crisp, refreshing wines is fueling a surge in demand for New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, which is outperforming across major retail and on-demand platforms. Read More
Changyu's General Manager characterised the industry’s woes with three “cliff-like” declines: in consumer sentiment, in consumption occasions, and in channel momentum. Read More