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Archive for June, 2017

Pernod Ricard launches Campo Viejo in India

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Pernod Ricard has rolled out Spanish wine brand Campo Viejo to India. Read more

Discover the Unknown of the Sierra Foothills

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If you are looking for 140-year-old grapevines or Gold Rush history, the Sierra Foothills offer outdoor adventure, charming old mining towns and wineries. Read more

Vinexpo Bordeaux 2017 – just-drinks diary – 8 June

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Coming up at this year's Vinexpo exhibition in Bordeaux: Read more

Côtes de Provence AOP Rosé, Côtes de Provence AOP Cru Classé Rosé

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Importer August Wine Group announced an exclusive partnership with the Fabre family of Provence to produce two estate-grown roses for the U.S. and international markets, both under the Fabre en Provence brand moniker:  Côtes de Prov... Read more

Remy Cointreau fiscal-2017 profits surge as high-end Cognac swells margins – results

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Remy Cointreau's underlying operating profits jumped by 14% in its fiscal 2016/17 as it continues to focus on high-end sales. Read more

“In the US, we don’t sell a litre. Come on, have a go!” – Interview, Australian Vintage CEO Neil McGuigan – Part II

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In part two of our interview with Australian Vintage CEO Neil McGuigan - part one can be found here - we discuss his plans for the US, his preferred vineyard-ownership structure and the likelihood of a name-change for the company. Read more

B-F Plans to Shakeup Rye Category in US

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As momentum picked up in the second half, Brown-Forman's US organic sales growth was up 4% (versus -3% reported) for the fiscal year ended April 30. B-F chief Paul Varga describes the year as "uniquely challenging" because during fiscal 2017 the compan... Read more

Wine Enthusiast Podcast: The 411 on Rosé

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It's rosé season, and we dive into the pink wine's rise in popularity, styles and regions, and how to pair this lighter fare with your favorite food. Read more

How Midwestern Spirit is Driving Craft Distilleries

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Producers from Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri and Minnesota are making top-shelf rum, gin, whiskey and aquavit. Meet the people behind four heartland distilleries. Read more

Don’t Underestimate Asheville’s Wine and Food Scene

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Known for its outdoor activities, laid-back vibe and craft beer, this fast-growing North Carolina city also should be on any culinary traveler’s itinerary. Read more