What’s trending in China’s wine market?
Bigger bottle size is not particularly popular in China and dining out is not necessarily the most popular occasion for wine consumption in China, as a HKTDC report shows.
Tag: China
ASC Fine Wines: We are here to stay
China’s leading wine importer, ASC Fine Wines, affirms pledges of long-term commitment to Chinese wine market in an effort to boost market confidence, as the company cautiously navigates in a slowing wine market after the exit of DBR Lafite’s two volume brands and key personnel changes.
Australian wine exports to China soar, as selling price hits new record
Australian wine exports to China including Hong Kong and Macau reached a record value of AU$1.25 billion, a jump of 18% year on year for the year ended in September, the highest increase among Australia’s top export markets, as drinkers opt for more expensive bottles, according to Wine Australia.
François Thienpont: En Primeur buyers are shrinking and US tariffs compound problems
In our interview with Bordeaux heavyweight François Thienpont, he shares his thoughts on 2018 En Primeur, the damaging US tariffs on EU wines, and the rise of good value Bordeaux wines.
ASI to host its next General Assembly in China
The Association de la Sommellerie Internationale (ASI) has announced that it will host the next General Assembly in China, which is expected to give a boost to China’s wine making profile among the world’s best sommeliers.
Bordeaux’s second act in China: pivot to value
Bordeaux wines are losing steam in its most profitable market in China. For the first time in recent years, Bordeaux, the most known wine region in China, experienced its Waterloo.
Alibaba highlights four drinks trends in China
Alibaba, the giant Chinese e-commerce company, has released its online drinks report, highlighting four defining trends in China’s US$6 billion online drinks market.
China’s top 10 wine importing countries in H1 2019
China’s wine industry is probably facing the most challenging time since anti-corruption campaign in 2012 that cracked down on ostentatiousContinue Reading
Exclusive interview with Gus Zhu, first Chinese national Master of Wine
At the age of 31, Gus Zhu MW made history by becoming the first Chinese national to achieve the Master of Wine title after grueling examinations and tastings.
China adds three more Masters of Wine
China just added another three Masters of Wine including a first ever Chinese national who has achieved the title, the Institute of Masters of Wine has announced.