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Archive for April, 2018

AdVini snaps up majority share in Stellenbosch Vineyards

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French wine firm AdVini has upped its presence in South Africa with a major stake purchase in the country's Stellenbosch Vineyards. Read more

Talking with Jon Bon Jovi on Crafting Rosé

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Southern France meets the South Fork in Jon Bon Jovi's new Diving into Hampton Water wine, our managing editor had a chance to talk with him, as well as Jesse Bongiovi and Gérard Bertrand on producing the perfect rosé. Read more

After A Year Of Change, Frescobaldi’s Luce Della Vite Forges Ahead

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Last year, Frescobaldi’s Tuscany-based Luce della Vite unveiled a new state-of-the-art winery and a new head winemaker, Stefano Ruini. Then, on January 1, the brand transitioned to a new U.S. importer, New York-based Vintus, along with Frescobaldi port... Read more

Codorníu Spurns Offer From Carlyle Group, But Says It’s Open To Selling A Minority Stake

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On the heels of Henkell & Co.’s acquisition of a controlling stake in Freixenet, rival Cava producer Codorníu says it has rejected a buyout offer from the Carlyle Group but is considering selling a minority stake in the company. According to &#8230... Read more

News Briefs for April 20, 2018

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•France-based AdVini has acquired a majority stake in South Africa’s Stellenbosch Vineyards for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition includes the Stellenbosch Vineyards Collection, Welmoed, Arniston Bay, and Versus brands and bolsters AdVini’s presence ... Read more

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for April 20, 2018

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•Bend, Oregon-based Deschutes Brewery has altered its plan for a new Roanoke, Virginia brewery, owing to deceleration in the craft beer market. Originally, Deschutes was set to build a $95 million facility that would employ up to 154 people and …... Read more

Casella Family Brands gives Yellow Tail UK push – video

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The European unit of Casella Family Brands has released details of a GBP2m (US$2.8m) marketing campaign in the UK for its Yellow Tail wine brand. Read more

Casella Family Brands gives Yellow Tail UK push

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The European unit of Casella Family Brands has released details of a GBP2m (US$2.8m) marketing campaign in the UK for its Yellow Tail wine brand. Read more

Pernod Now has “More Leeway” for Acquisitions

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Pernod Ricard reported a sales increase of 6% in the Americas for the nine months ended March 31, driven by growth in the US (up 3%). However, cfo Gilles Bogaert highlighted the deceleration in the US spirits category on this morning's earnings call. Read more

Red Champagne, France’s Best Kept Secret

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Coteaux Champenois rouge is an intriguing wine that history almost left behind. But this red from the Champagne region of France is staging a comeback. Here’s what you should know. Read more