China's wine imports for the first time has rebounded in five years, and here are the top 10 wine suppliers driving the changing dynamics of one of the world's most influential markets. Read More
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South Korea’s wine imports continued to decline in 2024, with data showing a 9.63% drop in value during the first 11 months of the year. Read More
During this period, imports of Australian wine to China increased significantly, while imports from other major wine-producing countries continued to decline. Read More
The New Zealand Winegrowers Association recently released its annual report for the 2024 fiscal year, revealing a challenging year for the country's wine exports. Read More
White wine is gaining popularity in China this summer, despite an overall contraction in wine consumption in a country that has traditionally been dominated by red wine. 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
Can screwcap closures transform the ageing process of fine wines? With an array of Mate’s Vineyard Chardonnay from 2004 to 2022 on display, Kumeu River unveils surprising results about the longevity and flavor development under screwcaps. Read More
The French drinks giant Pernod Ricard is reportedly mulling a sale of its Australian and New Zealand wine portoflio including its crown jewel Jacob’s Creek. Read More
Following a bombastic post by China's official trade organ stating a sweeping ban on Australian and New Zealand imports, both governments have come out to disperse the rumor, after it caused widespread fear and panic threatening billions of exports. Read More
China is suspending all imports from Australia and New Zealand including dairy, beef, agricultural products and wines with immediate effects, a significant escalation of tensions between China and its pacific neighbors. Read More