Comments Off on Stranger than Fiction, 5 of the Most Bizarre Wine Heists in Recent Years
From thieves drilling through walls in the dark catacombs of Paris, to one highly motivated shopper in Russia with a tank, we take a look at five of the strangest wine heists in the past few years. Read more
Comments Off on TTB Industry Circular 2018-1 Undermines the Intent of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act and Threatens American Wine Industry
By Michael Kaiser, Vice President 3.19.18 Background A two- year version of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (CBMTRA) was passed as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The President signed the bill into law on December 22, 2017, and the new excise tax reforms were implemented on January 1, 2018. […] Read more
Comments Off on Concha y Toro lines up 1000 Stories Bourbon Barrel-Aged Zinfandel for UK – ProWein 2018
Concha y Toro's US division, Fetzer Vineyards, is set to widen the release of 1000 Stories Bourbon Barrel-Aged Zinfandel to the UK, as the country's consumers become more accepting of blurred lines between drinks categories. Read more
Comments Off on The Wine Enthusiast Guide to Art & Wine
All month long as we'll be exploring the intersection of two rich and colorful worlds: wine and art. Meet creatives across the industry who embrace their vinous palate and the bottles they curate. Read more
Comments Off on Wine Bars Serving Up Beautiful Design
It’s great to get lost in a glass of wine, but when you’re at one of these seven wine bars from around the globe, you’ll want to appreciate the unique atmosphere the design of each space provides. Read more
The French designer talks about the connection between design and wine, his partnership with Louis Roederer and getting creative with bubbly. Read more
Comments Off on Illustrator Ralph Steadman on Wine and Label Design
Gonzo illustrator Ralph Steadman may be best known for his collaborations with Hunter S. Thompson, but his love of wine can be found in his irreverent label design for producers like Bonny Doon and Montes. Read more
Comments Off on Henkell & Co details Freixenet stake purchase
Henkell & Co has confirmed its acquisition of a majority stake in Cava giant Freixenet, creating the world's largest sparkling wine business - as exclusively revealed by just-drinks last week. Read more
Comments Off on Expect Bordeaux wine price rises as volumes fall propped by reserves – CIVB
The Bordeaux wine trade will be obliged to make a significant dip into its stocks and reserves this year, the region's trade association has warned, in order to cushion the effect of the smallest harvest in 27 years. Read more