China’s wine business is in the midst of a slow, grinding reshuffle. Profits are falling, cash is tight, and many companies are cutting back. Yet, in a market that has weathered years of turbulence, there are still players willing to take chances on what comes next. Read More
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South Korean customs authorities say international drug traffickers are disguising narcotics as everyday consumer goods — including wine — as part of increasingly sophisticated smuggling operations into Asia. Read More
The tech giant’s dedicated alcohol platform, Waima Alcohol Delivery (歪马送酒), has rolled out a “full-process authenticity guarantee” — promising that every bottle will be traceable and verified genuine. Read More
Vinodh Shankar of Sonarys, India's largest fine wine importer, offers a candid look at the real challenges, hidden costs, and why most producers get it wrong. Read More
Cathay Pacific added five Chinese wines for first and business class, as part of the airline’s push to showcase emerging wine regions and elevate Chinese fine wines on the international stage. Read More
Château de La Rivière, a prominent Bordeaux wine estate linked to a fatal helicopter crash in 2013, has been sold by its Chinese owner to Luxembourg-based private equity firm GFI, marking the latest withdrawal of Chinese capital from France’s wine industry. Read More
Hema X Membership concept was created to rival international giants like Costco and Sam’s Club,However, in the wine category, Hema X struggled to deliver on its premium positioning. Read More
Japan’s wine imports edged higher in value during the first half of 2025, defying a marginal dip in volume thanks largely to robust demand for French wine led by Champagne. Read More
The departure adds to a growing list of leadership shake-ups at the baijiu maker, which is majority-owned by London-based drinks giant Diageo. Read More
With 141 million yuan in legal disputes, stock dumping allegations, and whispers of liquidation, the unraveling of Chongqing Yifei reveals deeper trouble brewing in China’s traditional retail alcohol sector. Read More