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
Australian wine
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
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
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
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
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
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
One of Australia’s biggest organic wineries, Salena Estate, has gone bankrupt following a domino effect of financial challenges triggered by hefty tariffs imposed by China. Read More
Treasury Wine Estates, the Australian wine giant that owns Penfolds, says it’s “prepared and well placed” to resume shipping of its wines including Penfolds Bin and Icon series to the Chinese market once Beijing completes tariff review as soon as next month. Read More