Archive for January, 2016

Diageo’s U.S. spirits volume declined by 2% in its fiscal first half, amid the company’s decision to dramatically reduce shipments of new products such as Ciroc Apple. However, several of its key brands improved their performance, including Smirnoff (volume up … Continue reading →

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates saw demand continue to rise for its Washington-led wine portfolio last year, as its net revenues for 2015 increased 7.6% to $692 million on a shipment rise of 6.2% to 8.9 million cases. Ste. Michelle saw an … Continue reading →

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Trinchero Family Estates (TFE) has added to its luxury wine portfolio, partnering with Ziata Wines, a small-production label founded by industry veteran Karen Cakebread. The Ziata portfolio includes Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and a proprietary Bordeaux-style … Continue reading →

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Crimson Wine Group has purchased Washington state’s Seven Hills Winery for an undisclosed sum. Located in Eastern Washington’s Walla Walla Valley, Seven Hills specializes in Merlot and Bordeaux-style red blends, with a portfolio that retails primarily within the $28-$45 a 750-ml. … Continue reading →

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•Total Wine & More co-owner David Trone has officially launched his bid to become the U.S. Representative for Maryland’s 8th District. Trone becomes the eighth contender in the Democratic primary to succeed current Rep. Chris Van Hollen, who’s running for … Continue reading →

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•Georgia’s Richland Distilling Company has partnered with Frederick Wildman & Sons for marketing and distribution of its craft rum brand in New York and New Jersey. Richland’s Single Estate Old Georgia Rum rum is made from unrefined sugar cane syrup … Continue reading →

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