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Archive for August, 2017

Readers Sound Off on 2017: “Could be Better, Could be Worse”

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With all the reports about a macro CPG category slowdown this year, your editors took the opportunity to reach out to our Truth Squad to gauge how their respective businesses are doing this year. Based on this very small survey size, the grade for 2017... Read more

Treasury Wine Estates’ Tom King to sit on Wine and Spirit Trade Association board

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Treasury Wine Estates' European head, Tom King, has joined the board of the UK's Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA). Read more

Are Coffee Mugs the New Wine Glasses?

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Is it time to forsake stemware and eschew your wine glasses? One writer advocates shedding preconceived notions of proper vessels, and embracing the mug. Read more

Grenache grape to get North America push

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A new, three-year campaign across North America is hoping to raise awareness of the European Grenache variety. Read more

UK wine consumers broaden reach as price-per-bottle peaks – Majestic Wine

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The average price per bottle of wine in the UK has hit a new high, with currency fluctuations following last year's vote to leave the European Union encouraging consumers to try wines "outside of their comfort zones", according to retailer Majestic Wine. Read more

Control State Data Shows Spirits “Hot Brands” Continuing Their Growth In 2017

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Midway through the year, Impact’s 2016 spirits “Hot Brands” appear to be maintaining their strong momentum, with nearly all of them showing solid progress in control states through the first six months of 2017. While the control state spirits market … Continue reading

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News Briefs for August 21, 2017

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•Moët Hennessy USA has unveiled Ardbeg An Oa, the first new permanent addition to the single malt Scotch whisky line in nearly a decade. Retailing at $60, Ardbeg An Oa will be released to the market in September. Whisky Advocate has … Continue reading

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for August 21, 2017

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•Louisville, Kentucky-based Rabbit Hole Distilling has released Kentucky Rye Barrel Finish London Dry Gin. The 44.5%-abv spirit is imported from London before aging in ex-rye barrels. Currently, Rabbit Hole Kentucky Rye Barrel Finish London Dry Gin is available in select … Continue reading

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Napa County Approves Raymond Vineyards Winery’s Hospitality Expansion

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Board chairman defends 3-2 decision as “agriculture in the 21st century.” Read more

Why Albariño is Spain’s Quintessential White Wine

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There are few better partners with seafood than the coastal wine of Rías Baixas, Albariño. This grape is the embodiment of Spain’s most refreshing bottles. Read more