Although the United States, France, and Italy were the top three countries in total wine consumption, the findings reveal an intriguing detail about American drinking habits. Read More
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A 50-year-old Napa winery owned by Qinghai Huzhu Barley Wine Co., Ltd., a publicly traded Chinese company, has been suffering seven straight years of losses, totalling more than RMB 100 million (US$13.8 million), according to the latest financial report released by the parent company. Read More
As Delicato Family Wines marks its 100th anniversary this year, CEO and third-generation family member Chris Indelicato shares his targets for export markets and reveals the secret to the family-owned group's longevity. Read More
To spend time with a Master Sommelier is to be inspired by the depth of their knowledge and talents. Dimitri Mesnard MS is one such person but surprisingly very approachable and humble, writes Nellie Ming Lee. Read More
Big Hammer Wines has launched a new AI wine sommelier service, which aims to simplify the selection process by providing personalized wine recommendations from a vast database of over 400,000 options. Read More
In a landmark deal potentially valued at US$1 billion, Australian wine giant Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) has announced its acquisition of California's DAOU Vineyards. Read More
The California Wine Institute, undeterred by recent challenges like the pandemic, wildfires, and droughts, is set to relaunch its Vintners Tour across Asia-Pacific cities this October. Read More
LVMH's wines and spirits business tumbled in H1, affected by economic headwinds and elevated retailer inventory levels in both the US and China. Read More
Tako Chang, the marketing extraordinaire behind North America's best bar, shares her invaluable expeirences in executing successful marketing campaigns in the dinks industry from Heineken to her most recent project with DCP, and how to scale up a local drinks business. Read More
Marchesi Antinori, one of the oldest Italian family-owned fine wine producers, has fully acquired one of Napa's iconic wineries Stag's Leap Wine Cellars from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates for an undisclosed amount. Read More