As Australian wine stands on the cusp of a grand return, the mood within the industry has palpably shifted. How are these changes reflected in the sentiments of wine importers and merchants? Find out in our on-the-ground reporting from Chengdu, at the heart of the country's largest wine and spirits fair. Read More
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Wakefield Taylors Family Wines has forged a new distribution partnership with Jebsen Wines & Spirits to bolster its foothold in Hong Kong and Macau, laying the ground work for eventual and fast acess to the Chinese market once China reopens within days. Read More
In an era where e-commerce and consumer habits evolve at breakneck speed, here are five supermarket operators that have proven to be effective in driving wine sales. Read More
Wynn Macau hosted what is described as the world's largest international competition dedicated to premium Chinese wines, attracting over 750 submissions gathered from nearly 200 China's premium wineries. Read More
China's Ministry of Commerce has proposed lifting punitive tariffs imposed on the Australian wine, signalling an end of a three-year trade freeze that has upended Australia AU$1.2 billion annaul wine exports. Read More
The fast growth of instant O2O liquor retail marks a significant shift towards convenience and speed, and has become a new focus for growth even in challenging times. Read More
ASC Fine Wines, the leading wine importer and distributor in China and a member of the Suntory Group, joined the global celebration of Suntory's 125th anniversary by participating to the group’s newly designated “Suntory Philosophy Month.” Read More
Hong Kong's once-bustling wine scene faces unprecedented new challenges amid the city’s economic downturn, shifting demographics following expat exodus, and an increasing number of penny-wise locals who prefer to wine and dine across the border. Read More
Will the Chinese buyers, once the backbone of Vinexpo Hong Kong, return in force amidst an economic cooldown? Or if their absence signals a deeper and more lasting change in demand and consumption patterns. Read More
In the interview, the CEO shares why instant retail is “a new highlight in the wine distribution evolution in China" and how ASC strategically pivoted to engage the next generation of wine consumers. Read More