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Archive for September, 2017

The Arduous Quest to Bring Rare Grapes to California

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Bryan Harrington is on a mission to single-handedly change California wine by hunting down rare grapes, little seen outside of Italy, and growing them here. Read more

Trials and Tempranillo

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Wine Business Monthly's September 2017 digital edition now available Read more

Are High-Value, Craft Brand Acquisitions Worth the Risk?

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While acquisitions are obviously not a new proposition for driving growth, we've seen a shift in strategy as market leaders within all drink categories seek to buy smaller and smaller companies for seemingly higher and higher valuations. The upward pri... Read more

Last Call for Summer

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Labor Day’s here! Now that September has arrived, we’re rounding up the last of our summer cocktails–check out these fresh […]

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Kaitlyn Stewart Takes Top Bartender Slot at Diageo’s World Class Competition

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Also, a Hall & Walt Wines shakes things up with a series of high-profile promotions. Read more

California Goes Beyond Chardonnay

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Chardonnay has dominated the California white wine sector for years and looks likely to remain in that position for the foreseeable future. “If Cabernet is king, Chardonnay is queen,” notes Barbara Hermann, wine buyer for the Chicago-area retail chain Binny’s … Continue reading

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Expanding Barton & Guestier Taps Accessible Bordeaux, Pinot Noir Segments

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Riding a wave of expansion largely due to the success of its Côtes de Provence Rose ($15), Castel Group’s Barton & Guestier is now looking to tap momentum in the entry-level Bordeaux and Pinot Noir segments in the U.S. market. … Continue reading

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News Briefs for September 1, 2017

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•The Macallan, part of the Edrington portfolio, has unveiled Edition No. 3, the latest expression in its annual Edition Series. A collaboration between The Macallan master whisky maker Bob Dalgarno and perfumist Roja Dove, Edition No. 3 is a 48.3%-abv … Continue reading

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for September 1, 2017

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•Colorado-based Odell Brewing has released a new year-round brew, Rupture Fresh Grind Ale. Taking its name from its production process in which whole-flower hops are ground up on-site at the brewery moments before being added to the beer, Rupture is … Continue reading

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This week in spirits & wine, featuring the latest results from Brown-Forman, Concha y Toro and Pernod Ricard

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Here's a round-up of this week's top stories from the global spirits & wine categories. Click the links to see our round-ups for beer & cider and soft drinks & bottled water. Read more