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Archive for September, 2015

A Mid-Year Look at New Spirits (and Who’s Releasing Them)

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Your editors have recently gotten their hands on IRI's mid-year review for wine and spirits and it is a goldmine of valuable information. For instance, during the first half of 2015 (through July 5) 551 new spirits products debuted, falling from 650 th... Read more

Explosive Wildfire Devastates Lake County, Reports Wine Spectator

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Northern Californians are again finding themselves at Mother Nature’s mercy. Yet another wildfire erupted in dry, drought-stricken Lake County on the afternoon of Saturday, September 12. It’s the county’s fourth this year, by far the most destructive to date. The … Continue reading

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With Oregon On The Rise, King Estate’s Acrobat Enjoys Double-Digit Gains

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At more than 2.7 million cases, Oregon wine remains relatively small in the scheme of things, but its steady growth and premium upside have helped boost key players like Eugene, Oregon-based King Estate Winery. King Estate, with annual volume of roughly … Continue reading

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News Briefs for September 15, 2015

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•Accolade Wines has entered the Chile segment, acquiring the Anakena brand along with its winery, inventory, vineyard and tasting room. Founded by Felipe Ibañez and Jorge Gutierrez 15 years ago, Anakena will retain its current leadership team, led by managing … Continue reading

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for September 15, 2015

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•Stone Brewing Company co-founder Greg Koch is stepping down from the CEO post to become executive chairman. A replacement CEO has yet to be named. Koch, who has served as Stone’s CEO for the past 19 years, founded the company … Continue reading

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South Africa’s Bulk Wine Curse – Comment

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Trade show opening speeches are rarely roof-raisers and Cape Wine 2015's today was true to form. However, Siobhan Thompson's welcome address did contain one particular point of interest. Read more

Battle against harmful drinking continues for global drinks industry

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The CEO of Diageo has said there is "still more work to be done" to address harmful drinking around the world. Read more

Latest California wild fires devastate wineries, disrupt harvest

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The latest outbreak of wild fire in California has impacted the wine trade, according to trade association Lake County Winegrape Commission. Read more

Pernod Ricard set to raise EUR500m from note placement

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Pernod Ricard is set to raise EUR500m (US$566.5m) through the issue of a set of fixed-rate notes. Read more

Sherry category rolls out global brand strategy

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The trade body for the Sherry sector has launched a global brand strategy designed to remind consumers that Sherry is a wine. Read more