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Archive for January, 2016

Australia missing higher-priced wine trick in UK – Accolade Wines – Analysis

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Six months ago, Accolade Wines fired a broadside at the South African wine industry, warning that if wine makers don't get busy building brands then their collective future looks bleak. Read more

Constellation Exec Reshuffle, Newlands Takes on Bigger Role

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Constellation Brands has announced a series of executive changes to "tap the next generation of Constellation leaders" and "further bolster its business," per a release. Read more

Diageo’s H1 results – Preview

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On Thursday (28 January), Diageo will report its half-year results. Here, just-drinks takes a look at how the group has fared in its second quarter, the three months to the end of December: Read more

Confessions of a Millennial consumer – Comment

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Meeting the needs of the Millennial consumer is a tricky game. I know, because I am one and the one thing I can say for certain about us is that we love a paradox. I, and my fellow Millennials, are the living embodiment of the term 'juxtaposition'. Read more

Pernod Ricard consolidates France HR department

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In a further step to merge its back office operations, Pernod Ricard will consolidate its Ricard and Pernod human resources divisions in France from 1 April. Read more

How to market moderation – Consumer Trends

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Reconciling two prevalent trends in the alcohol sector - moderation and premiumisation - represents one of the critical challenges facing alcohol marketers, writes Ben Cooper. Particularly as they seek to attract and retain young adult consumers. Read more

Beckstoffer Vineyards to Give Away Grapes to 10 Winemakers

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The Beckstoffers will offer 10 eligible winemakers one acre from their Amber Knolls Vineyards, an estimated 3.5 tons of fruit, for the next three harvests free of charge. Read more

Badet Clement buys more property in the Languedoc

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Burgungy-based negociant Badet Clement has purchased Domaine du Tresor in France's Languedoc region. Read more

Pernod Ricard’s Jacob’s Creek Expedition range – Product Launch

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Exclusive: Kenwood Launching New, Appellation-Driven Wines At $20-$30 Tier

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Nearly two years after acquiring Sonoma County’s Kenwood Vineyards from F. Korbel & Bros., new owner Pernod Ricard is refreshing the brand with new packaging, while also launching an upscale range called Six Ridges, retailing in the $20-$30 price point … Continue reading

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