Chen’s departure is not an isolated case — it underscores a broader trend of wine outsiders, many of whom entered the industry during its boom years, now pulling back as the market contracts and competition intensifies. Read More
Market analysis
First-tier cities in China, once the engines of consumer growth, are now being hit hardest by the economic downturn. As a result, it’s the smaller second- and third-tier cities that now hold the key to the future of wine sales in China. Read More
It’s one of the world’s most secretive and isolated regimes, yet North Korea has emerged as an unlikely destination for China wine exports. Read More
France remained Hong Kong’s largest wine supplier in 2024, even as imports fell 13.11% in volume and 10.84% in value, still accounting for 64.69% of Hong Kong’s total import value. Read More
Once hailed as Asia’s next big growth opportunity, South Korea's wine imports have now declined for the second consecutive year, signaling a market correction after years of pandemic-fueled expansion. Read More
While China’s wine market has faced fluctuations and periods of stagnation, one category has defied the odds—white wine, led by German Riesling. Read More
Sam's Club is argulably the most successful wine retailer in China right now, and here are the top selling reds and whites. Read More
The Bordeaux Wine Council attributes the slump to high inventory levels, economic slowdown, and weaker consumer demand. Read More
Unlike their Western counterparts, who often view wine as outdated, many young Chinese see it as a trendy and aspirational drink, making them a prime target for brands. Read More
With the wine education market under pressure, WSET and its partners are navigating a tougher, more competitive landscape—one where prestige alone is no longer enough to drive enrollment. Read More