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Archive for August, 2017

Dr. Linda Bisson Retires from UC Davis

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UC Davis Viticulture & Enology Professor, Dr. Linda Bisson is retiring, effective September 1, 2017 Read more

Wine Tasting Terms and What They Really Mean

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The wine tasting terminology used by pros can sound like a secret language. We explore common wine descriptions and break down what these words really mean. Read more

Frescobaldi Group names new US distributors

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Italian wine firm Frescobaldi Group has switched distributors in the US market as it looks to broaden its footprint in the country. Read more

Retailers Alliance Golf Outing

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On August 7th, the Retailers Alliance Foundation held their 49th Annual Golf Outing at Tam O’ Shanter Country Club in […]

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Pernod Ricard Posts 5% U.S. Growth, But Warns That Market’s Momentum Is Slowing

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Pernod Ricard enjoyed a 5% organic sales increase in the U.S. market in its fiscal year ended in June, but the drinks giant cautioned that the spirits category’s pace, while still solid, has slowed a bit in recent months. Across … Continue reading

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Drinks Industry Joins Forces To Provide Hurricane Harvey Relief

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After Hurricane Harvey drenched Houston with over 50 inches of rain earlier this week, beverage alcohol producers, distributors and retailers have stepped up to ensure that their communities get the resources needed to stay safe and rebuild. Assistance is pouring … Continue reading

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News Briefs for August 31, 2017

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•Treasury Wine Estates is launching a new line of wines from its Wolf Blass franchise in the U.S. market. The new range, called “Blass,” includes a Reserve Chardonnay, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Reserve Red Blend, all retailing at $15 a … Continue reading

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for August 31, 2017

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•Boston’s Harpoon Brewery has released a cranberry-flavored fall seasonal within its UFO line. Cranbeery, a fruity and unfiltered wheat beer, was brewed with cranberries from Massachusetts-based farmer’s cooperative Ocean Spray Cranberries. Priced at $8.99-$9.99 a six-pack of 12-ounce cans or … Continue reading

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Pernod Maintains Positive Momentum in F2017

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Pernod Ricard is celebrating the end of a strong fiscal year today, as its global net sales were up nearly 4% to $10.7 billion for the period ended June 30. Read more

Israel Gets Real

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Association Spreads The Message of Israeli Wine Quality as a Baseline BY JACK ROBERTIELLO Whatever the situation and whatever the […]

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