Selling wine in China’s restaurant sector often requires unlearning what works in the West, says one of the country’s leading wine importers in Shanghai.
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Industry interviews reveal a patchwork recovery: Champagne and by-the-glass wines find momentum in Shanghai while smaller cities struggle to sustain demand.
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Longtime wine importer Shanghai Mercuris Wines Co., Ltd. has denied rumours of its closure after speculation spread across the trade, calling the claims “nonsense.” Read More
Despite the downturn and decline of business banquets, wine is finding new ways to stay relevant on the Chinese table. Here are the key trends happening now, according to a few of the country's leading wine importers. Read More
Silver Heights, one of China’s most renowned wineries, has named CWS (China Wine & Spirits) as its distributor for the on-trade channel, replacing longtime partner Torres China, which is now owned by Wajiu. Read More
More consumers are sidelining wine lists, and opting for BYOB and wine delivery to
"buy outside and drink inside." What can the industry do to recapture wine drinkers to grow on-trade wine sales? Read More
Are restaurants losing its relevance for wine sales due to strong BYOB culture and regulation. Hear what Xiaopi, Vinehoo founder and Ian Ford had to say. Read More
A significant surge in tourists entering China during the first half of the year, fueled by a new visa-free policy, is expected to drive an upswing in wine sales. Read More
It's a worrying sign when the popular Penfolds is experiencing slow sales, but some merchants remain hopeful for upcoming festive season. Read More
Chinese wine merchants interviewed by Vino Joy News are bullish about Prosecco's sparkling future in the country. Find out why here. Read More