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‘Langhe-Yoichi’ wine pact looks to boost viticulture, tourism and trade
16+ hour, 27+ min ago (569+ words) The Langhe, Piedmont, and Hokkaido's Yoichi district have come together to sign a "wine pact', with the aim of facilitating a cultural exchange of expertise between the iconic Italian and Japanese wine regions. Yoichi Town in Hokkaido and the Langhe…...
Industry unites for London to Brighton memorial ride honouring John Osborne
16+ hour, 45+ min ago (456+ words) Members of the UK wine and hospitality trade are to take part in a 60-mile charity cycle this October to celebrate the life of former PLB managing director John Osborne and raise funds for The Drinks Trust. Drinks industry colleagues…...
Beverage alcohol suffers global downturn in 2025
16+ hour, 30+ min ago (492+ words) Thwarted by a mix of political instability, soaring costs and drop in consumer confidence, it's no secret that the alcohol market is suffering. But the extent of just how much has been laid out in IWSR data which reveals beverage…...
Juvé & Camps joins Corpinnat
18+ hour, 12+ min ago (542+ words) The Spanish sparkling wine producer moves into the Corpinnat collective as it reports "27m revenue and secures a top 30 global brand ranking. Juv" & Camps has joined the Corpinnat collective, marking a new phase for the Pened's-based family winery as it reinforces…...
Top 10 drinks launches from April
17+ hour, 27+ min ago (72+ words) From a 1976 vintage Port release to innovation in gin and aperitifs, db highlights the new products making an impression this month. 1. POGGIO DEL CONCONE BIANCO 2. TAYLOR'S SINGLE HARVEST 1976 3. TORRES SERENA MODE 0.0 4. DOM P'RIGNON VINTAGE DUO 5. NEDERBURG DOUBLE BARREL 7. MOTH NEW…...
Calling all winemakers: entries open for The Global Rosé Masters 2026
21+ hour, 14+ min ago (202+ words) From the palest blush to rich ruby hues, the world of ros" is as diverse as it is delicious " and now's your chance to showcase your best." The Global Ros" Masters 2025 is officially open for entries, inviting producers from across…...
Will the recent 'disciplined' pricing reinvigorate buyer appetite?
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (411+ words) Keen pricing in new releases from Yquem, Latour, and Bollinger are indicators of a new, "market liquidity prioritisation, according to the latest report from WineCap, hinting that there is a concerted effort from major estates to meet the market where…...
Ways Estrella Damm is scoring major marketing points in the UK
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (450+ words) Estrella Damm is going from strength-to-strength in terms of its image in Britain right now, but how is it cementing its reputation on the marketing front to achieve this? db finds out. Despite price increases creating challenges across the category,…...
US wine drinkers turn to value bottles as consumption softens
21+ hour, 14+ min ago (809+ words) A new survey of 1,351 American wine drinkers suggests affordability and moderation are reshaping purchasing habits. The data also point to growing interest in ready-to-drink beverages and a tentative role for artificial intelligence in wine discovery. Most American wine drinkers continue…...
Treasury Wine Estates rejects bankruptcy speculation
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (356+ words) Australia's largest wine producer has dismissed claims that rising debt could push the company towards bankruptcy. Treasury Wine Estates says it has sufficient liquidity despite heavy short selling and a sharp fall in its share price. Australia's biggest wine producer,…...