Former wine executive Charles Banks reported to the Federal Prison Camp at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Ala., Tuesday, beginning a four-year sentence for fraud at the minimum-security facility. Days before he surrendered to authorities, he ended two legal battles … Continue reading →
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•As autumn approaches, pumpkin-flavored beers are starting to crowd shelves and fill the draft lines across the United States. Many of these seasonal offerings are longstanding annual releases; Dogfish Head’s Punkin Ale, for example, returned for its 22nd year this … Continue reading →
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•Portland, Oregon’s Widmer Brothers Brewing is rolling out Hefe Twisted Citrus, a new play on the brewery’s flagship Hefe label. Made with Mandarina Bavaria and Lemon Drop hops, Hefe Twisted Citrus is also brewed with blood orange and a blend … Continue reading →
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While Diageo’s $700 million bet on Casamigos Tequila has been making headlines this summer, the drinks giant’s Don Julio label remains among the hottest brands within Tequila’s high-end tier. Last year, Don Julio was up 21% to 428,000 cases, according … Continue reading →
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•Brown-Forman is extending Jack Daniel’s with a new Tennessee Rye offshoot. Rolling out nationwide in October, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye features a grain bill of 70% rye, 18% corn and 12% malted barley and is charcoal-mellowed before being matured in … Continue reading →
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•Seattle-based importer Merchant du Vin has added a new fruited lambic from Belgium’s Lindemans Brewery to its import portfolio. Strawberry Lambic—the first new addition to Lindemans’s lineup in over 10 years—blends the brewery’s beer with strawberries for a sweet and … Continue reading →
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Last year, Constellation reloaded its domestic wine portfolio with two key acquisitions: the purchase of The Prisoner Wine Co. from Huneeus Vintners for $285 million and the addition of five brands from Charles Smith Wines for $120 million. Those two … Continue reading →
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One of Bordeaux’s most promising properties is acquiring a new owner with deep pockets. Belgian businessman Philippe Van de Vyvere is purchasing Château Phélan Ségur from the Gardinier family. The château’s management team confirmed to Wine Spectator that final negotiations … Continue reading →
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