Imports surged nearly 90% ahead of tariff removal, but the real test will come as the policy begins to reshape pricing and demand. Read More
Market analysis
Australia’s wine exports suffered a 14% drop in the past 12 months ended in March 2026, with softer demand in its key markets including China, the UK and US weighing on overall performance. Read More
ASC has been appointed exclusive distributor for DBR Lafite's Viña Los Vascos in Mainland China, as the two groups revive a long-standing partnership and reposition the brand in a changing market. Read More
China’s wine import market showed early signs of recovery in the first quarter, as its two largest suppliers, Australia and France, both regained momentum, posting double-digit growth. Read More
After a year of decline, China’s spirits imports showed early signs of recovery in 2026, with value growth far outpacing volume, pointing to a shift in market structure. Read More
India has taken a major step toward liberalising its tightly protected wine market, agreeing to…
As alcohol-free wine rapidly gains ground in China, regulators are stepping in to bring order to a fast-expanding but loosely defined category in the Asia-Pacific’s largest market for alcohol-free wine. Read More
As China’s baijiu market becomes increasingly competitive and growth slows, producers are being pushed to look beyond their home turf. “Going global” has shifted from ambition to necessity. Read More
Shares of Treasury Wine Estates rose sharply after the company reported strong sales momentum in key markets, led by China, and unveiled a major organisational overhaul. Read More
While traditional heavyweights struggle with slowing demand and mounting channel pressure, Georgian wine is moving in the opposite direction, posting two consecutive years of growth in both volume and value. Read More
