Archive for July, 2017

Lodi, California-based Michael David Winery has been expanding markedly in recent years, led by its fast-growing 7 Deadly Zins label. Last year, 7 Deadly Zins ($16 a 750-ml.) depleted 302,000 nine-liter cases, up 15%, to earn Impact “Hot Brand” honors. … Continue reading →

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Six West Virginia wine distributors have filed a lawsuit alleging that fellow wholesaler Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. and its West Virginia subsidiary, Mountain State Beverage, have attempted to monopolize wine distribution in the state under the guise of market consolidation. … Continue reading →

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•Napa, California–based Locations Wines, led by Dave Phinney, has debuted a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. Sourced from Marlborough’s Wairau, Awatere and Waihopai Valleys, the Locations New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is a blend across appellations, in line with Locations’ mission … Continue reading →

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•Carlsberg has acquired the U.K.’s London Fields Brewery and will operate the brand in conjunction with Brooklyn Brewery. While financial terms haven’t been made public, the Evening Standard reports that Carlsberg purchased London Fields for $5.2 million. London Fields was … Continue reading →

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