The London-based private members’ wine club 67 PallMall is defying China’s economic slowdown and tightening alcohol restrictions with plans to open a new club in Shanghai next year — its first in mainland China. Read More
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China’s bar industry is undergoing a quiet transformation, expanding rapidly into lower-tier cities and localising its offerings to appeal to regional tastes, according to a new report. Read More
China’s appetite for crisp, refreshing wines is fueling a surge in demand for New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, which is outperforming across major retail and on-demand platforms. 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
The surging popularity of white wine in China has gone not unnoticed by fraudsters. Read More
Ever wonder where all the imported wines in China end up? In this report, we track the top destinations, highlight the leading markets for sparkling wine, and break down each top importer’s key wine suppliers. Read More
The wine bar attracted high foot traffic with its famous RMB 99 (US$ 13.60) three-hour free-flow wine package.
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A foreign-owned restaurant group operating more than ten upscale restaurants and bars in Shanghai has abruptly shut down, leaving behind unpaid debts to landlords and suppliers, including two prominent wine importers listed among China’s Top 50 Wine Importers. Read More
Leon Liang left a secure corporate career to pursue his passion for wine, a journey that began with blind tasting championships and led to the creation of Sannianjian, a chain of curated wine shops that blend cultural insight with expert selection. Here's the story of Sannianjiang, a haven for China's tight-knit wine community. Read More
How has Pudao thrived in a challenging environment, and why is wine education and popularization a key focus of its business? We spoke with Celia Liu, who took over as director of Pudao last year, on the brand's 15-year journey in an evolving market and its vision. Read More