Changyu Pioneer Wine Company, China’s largest wine producer, reported a nearly 40% decline in net profit for the first half of 2024, reflecting the ongoing challenges in the country’s wine market. Read More
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In the exclusive interview with Xing Wei MW, the latest and youngest MW in China, he opens up about his past struggles, the arrogance and prejudice he once saw as the industry’s biggest challenges, why he considered leaving wine industry the moment he achieved the MW title, and what ultimately made him stay. Read More
Penfolds has officially confirmed its plans to establish a vineyard and winery in China, marking a significant step in its localization strategy. However, the timeline and location for this ambitious project remains unclear. Read More
Former Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying has called for all official and private events during National Day celebrations to exclusively serve Chinese wine, emphasizing that not doing so would be "unacceptable and inexplicable." Read More
Despite Ningxia's growing appeal in export markets, some local wineries, like Feng Qing, owner of Ningxia Leirenshou Winery, advocate focusing on the domestic market first. Read More
In the world of wines, each bottle tells a story. Some speak of the soil that cradles the vines, others whisper of the seasons that sculpt them, but the most captivating tales are those of enduring bonds and shared dreams. Such is the story of Domaine Franco-Chinois (DFC). Read More
In "Gold in the Vineyards," Laura Catena explores the spirited tales of three Chinese wineries in the celebrated Chinese edition of her book. 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
Hong Kong's flagship airline Cathay Pacific has added four Chinese wines to its inflight dining program, the first international airline to feature arguablly the widest selection of premium Chinese wines on board. 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