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Archive for February, 2018

News Briefs for February 8, 2018

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•Foley Family Wines has forged a new strategic partnership with boutique California producer Banshee Wines. Established in 2010, Banshee Wines specializes in Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, producing both the Banshee ($20-$70 a 750-ml.) and Ric... Read more

Pernod Ricard CFO moves to regional head role as Chivas chief steps down

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Pernod Ricard has confirmed a raft of changes at its senior executive level, featuring a change of CFO and the pending departure of the head of the Chivas Brothers unit. Read more

Vintage Wine Estates’ Partner Vermouth – Product Launch

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Vintage Wine Estates' spirits division Splinter Group Spirits has launched a vermouth brand. Read more

Kauai Reserve Three-Year Aged Hawaiian Rum

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Koloa Rum Co. announced the launch of its first-ever Kauai Reserve Three-Year Aged Hawaiian Rum.  Read more

Pernod Ricard half-year fiscal-2018 sales performance – results data

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In early-February, Pernod Ricard reported a 5.1% lift in sales for the six months to the end of December. The top-line had to deal with a strong US dollar, however, with reported sales coming in flat for the period. Here, just-drinks takes a closer loo... Read more

Momentum maintained by Pernod Ricard in H1 of fiscal-2018 – results

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Pernod Ricard has continued its healthy start to fiscal-2018, with sales in the first six months of the year recording a mid-single-digit rise. Read more

Winery of the Week: Bending Branch Winery

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  @BBranchWinery   @bendingbranchwinery While the property was originally built in the 1840s, Bending Branch Winery was founded by Dr. Robert W. Young, M.D., and his family in 2009. Upon the opening of the winery, Dr. Young became a member of the Renaud Society, an international society of medical professionals using wine to improve the health of individuals. At […] Read more

Where to Eat and Drink in Pyeongchang, South Korea

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Whether visiting for the Winter Olympics or looking for your own fun in the snow, this South Korean mountain retreat offers plenty of food and drink to take the chill off. Read more

Banfi Vintners Names New Chief

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Cristina Mariani-May has been named president and ceo of Banfi Vintners. Cristina and James Mariani have been sharing the role since 2007, but James is transitioning to be on the Banfi advisory board as principal, Banfi Vintners. Read more

Wine Enthusiast Podcast: Cupid’s Arrow

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With Valentine's Day closing in, our editors take a look at love, desire and wine, this week on the Wine Enthusiast Podcast. Read more