As dry white wine gains popularity in China, local wineries are joining forces with the country's official drinks trade body to champion the category, targeting the nation's Gen-Z at top Chinese universities, signalling a strategic move to cultivate a distinct niche. Read More
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China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said the country's anti-dumping investigation into European Union brandy isn't targeting any specific member state, though France is by the biggest brandy producer and exporter to China. Read More
Hong Kong's flagship airline Cathay Pacific has added four Chinese wines to its inflight dining program, the first international airline to feature arguablly the widest selection of premium Chinese wines on board. Read More
In our interview with Vinexposium CEO Rodolphe Lameyse, he discussed why Vinexpo Shanghai is not going to be revived any time soon, and shares why he's bullish on China market, how to foster long-term growth in the region and Hong Kong's new role as a "entry door to Greater Bay Area".
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How have Chinese importers' attitudes toward Australian wines changed compared to three years ago? What are their current requirements and feelings toward resuming cooperation? To shed light on these questions, Vino Joy interviewed several major and medium-sized importers. Read More
In a joint operation targeting wholesale markets of food and drinks, authorities in Hainan seized over 500 bottles of fake Penfolds. Read More
The Government of South Australia has launched an export program worth AU$1.85 million aimed at supporting the local wine industry in its efforts to re-enter the Chinese market, which was previously importing AU$1.2 billion of Australian wine annually. Read More
This year marks the 60th anniversary of adopting screw caps for wine bottles. Previously, Chinese wine drinkers shunned them in favor of cork. But has there now been a twist in perception? Read More
How a RMB 200 1995 vintage Moutai helped customs officials crack a multi-million smuggling case in Nanjing, China. Read More
Following Beijing's decision to lift tariffs on Australian wine last week, Treasury Wine Estates has announced a price increase for its premium Penfolds range, set to take effect on July 1. Read More