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Archive for March, 2018

Stranger than Fiction, 5 of the Most Bizarre Wine Heists in Recent Years

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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

TTB Industry Circular 2018-1 Undermines the Intent of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act and Threatens American Wine Industry

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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

Henkell Agrees to Take Majority Stake in Freixenet

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Don’t pop the corks yet; antitrust officials still have to sign off on the deal, which is valued at about $270 million. Read more

Concha y Toro lines up 1000 Stories Bourbon Barrel-Aged Zinfandel for UK – ProWein 2018

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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

The Wine Enthusiast Guide to Art & Wine

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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

Wine Bars Serving Up Beautiful Design

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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

One on One with Philippe Starck

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The French designer talks about the connection between design and wine, his partnership with Louis Roederer and getting creative with bubbly. Read more

Illustrator Ralph Steadman on Wine and Label Design

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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

Henkell & Co details Freixenet stake purchase

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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

Expect Bordeaux wine price rises as volumes fall propped by reserves – CIVB

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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