Imports of Italian sparkling wine into China surged in June, but is the spike a sign of booming demand, or simply the result of global trade jitters and changing drinking habits? We talked to leading wine groups and importers to find out. Read More
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China’s—and arguably the world’s—largest alcohol retail chain, 1919 Group, has announced plans to close approximately 1,500 stores, citing a misalignment in business philosophy with some of its franchise partners. Read More
Australia’s bestselling brand [yellow tail] is getting a facelift, going upmarket, and cracking down on copycats in China — all in a bid to stay ahead in a cooler, more crowded market. Read More
For a man with a doctorate and overseas education, Gong Yimin’s downfall was surprisingly pedestrian: whisky. Not just any whisky, but thousands of bottles of premium Scotch, slipped past Chinese customs under the radar — and vastly undervalued. Read More
China to Launch Hainan Free Trade Port on Dec. 18, but Wine and Spirits Excluded From Duty-Free List.
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In a rare public disclosure, the GM of the liquor supply chain company under state-owned conglomerate C&D Inc. shared its 2024 sales revenue. Read More
China's wine imports data for the first half of 2025 is out, and despite a drop in overall volume, these two categories are defying the downturn. Read More
In this Vino Joy News exclusive, voices from small‑town distributors to leading trade associations reveal how sales have plunged as civil servants ditch their drinks—here’s what’s really happening behind China’s sweeping alcohol ban. Read More
At a Shanghai ceremony presided over by the city’s mayor, global giants from aerospace to fashion pledged US$3.68 billion to deepen ties with China — and ASC Fine Wines stood out as the only wine company making a bold new bet. Read More
Australia’s wine industry is showing early signs of recovery after two years of steep production declines, thanks to a rebound in wine grape yields and renewed momentum from China. Read More