For the first time since the second half of 2018, China’s wine import market has shown signs of recovery. Bottled Australian wine imports saw explosive growth in late March. Our full analysis of customs data here. Read More
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Since 2023, China's nightlife scene has faced unprecedented challenges, with numerous establishments shuttering their doors. Amidst this downturn, iBarrel, a pioneering wine bar launched by a Shanghai-based tech company in 2015, has defied the odds. 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
Penfolds is poised to make a full return to mainland China, with first shipments expected to arrive next month following the lifting of punitive tariffs in late March. Read More
In a landscape where each drop of rain and degree of heat can alter the course of an entire vintage, these vigilant winemakers of the vineyards face a precarious balance. Read More
This year, ProWine Singapore will introduce its inaugural industry awards ceremony to spotlight innovation and excellence in the wine and spirits industry. Additionally, ProWine Zero and ProSpirits will make their debut. Read More
Bourgogne wine exports to Hong Kong reached a new high last year, driven by robust demand for the region's white wines. This surge occurred despite a decline in the city's overall French wine imports, according to data from the BIVB. Read More
In the multi-billion-dollar LoNo (low and no alcohol) beverage market, is China catching onto the trend? How is non-alcoholic wine performing in this vast market? We spoke with seven different wine importers across the country to find out. Read More
Changyu, China's largest wine producer, reported a substantial increase in revenue and profit for 2023, defying broader industry struggles through strategic expansions in key markets and a diverse product portfolio. Read More
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