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Archive for January, 2016
06
JanThe wine category in 2016 – Losh’s Predictions – Comment
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As we wave through the start of 2016, Chris Losh presents his annual look at what he expects will shape the wine landscape in the year ahead. Or not. Read more
06
JanSandeman Port Projects Solid 2016 Advance, Led By Premiumization Drive
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Although Port consumption has been shrinking worldwide, the U.S. has emerged as a bright spot, thanks in part to the market’s solid premiumization trends. One of the leading Port brands in the U.S., Sogrape Vinhos’ Sandeman—handled stateside by Pernod Ricard … Continue reading →
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06
JanDrizly Aims To Reach 30 U.S. Markets By End Of 2016
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Beverage alcohol delivery provider Drizly has been rapidly expanding over the past year, and the company tells SND it expects to keep up the momentum with the addition of 12 new markets in 2016, bringing its total U.S. footprint to … Continue reading →
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06
JanNews Briefs for January 6, 2016
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•A U.S. appeals court has ruled that a Russian state-owned company has standing to sue Stolichnaya’s U.S. marketers in federal court. Yesterday’s ruling, by the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan, clears the way for Russia’s government-controlled Federal … Continue reading →
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06
JanCraft Brewing and Distilling News for January 6, 2016
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•Paso Robles, California-based Firestone Walker Brewing Company is extending distribution of its 805 Blonde Ale outside its home state for the first time with entry to Arizona, Nevada and Texas. In Arizona, 805 will be handled by Hensley Distributing in … Continue reading →
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06
JanPernod Ricard takes Lillet US distribution from William Grant & Sons
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Pernod Ricard has taken over US distribution of its wine aperitif, Lillet, from William Grant & Sons. Read more
05
JanLiquor Stores NA says US “Wide Open for Top Notch Retailer”
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Canada-based retail chain Liquor Stores NA Ltd. closed on its acquisition of New Jersey-based Birchfield Ventures today with a 51% ownership interest that cost them around $15 million, plus the right to acquire the remaining 49% interest down the road.... Read more
05
JanWhat was the FTC thinking?
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05
JanIntegration continues as Breakthru Beverage Group launched
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Breakthru Beverage Group, the result of a part-merger between leading alcoholic drinks wholesalers The Charmer Sunbelt Group and Wirtz Beverage, has said integration work is going well after launching in 19 US markets. Read more
05
JanWine Spectator: Facing Irate Consumers And Possible Bankruptcy, California Wine Store Closes Its Doors
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After years of customer griping over late wine orders, California wine retailer Premier Cru’s troubles reached its front door in mid-December when it abruptly closed its sleek retail shop in Berkeley. Customers hoping to pick up wine orders that Saturday were stopped … Continue reading →
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