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Archive for June, 2016

TTB Requests Comments on Wine Labeling Requirements

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by Michael Kaiser 6.27.16 TTB has issued Notice 160 (read it here) Proposed Revisions to Wine Labeling and Record Keeping Requirements. The notice proposes to amend the labeling regulations to provide that any standard grape wine containing 7% or more alcohol by volume that is covered by a certificate of exemption from label approval may […] Read more

U.K.’s E.U. Exit Unleashes Uncertainty For U.S. Wine And Spirits Industry

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With Scotch whisky heavily reliant on the European Union, and the U.K. one of the most important export markets for California wine, the drinks industry is dealing with a strong tide of uncertainty in the wake of the shocking Brexit … Continue reading

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Gonzalez Byass Acquires Chile’s Veramonte

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Spain’s González Byass has acquired a majority stake in Chilean winery Veramonte for an undisclosed sum. Formerly controlled by Veramonte founders the Huneeus family, the winery comprises two winemaking facilities and 600 hectares of vineyards spanning Chile’s Casablanca, Colchagua and … Continue reading

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News Briefs for June 27, 2016

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•Spirits industry veteran Jon Potter has been named chief marketing officer of Boston Beer Co., a new role at the company, effective in August. Potter is currently managing director, Chandon, at Moët Hennessy USA, and prior to that served as … Continue reading

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for June 27, 2016

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•Oregon’s Pelican Brewing is debuting a Latin-inspired lager, Pelicano Extra, next month. Billed as a 5.1% abv sessionable beer paying homage to Latin American lagers, Pelicano is brewed with 6-row malt, 25% flaked corn and Tettnang hops. Previously available only … Continue reading

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Customisable drinks – The next consumer trend – NPD round-up

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It wasn't supposed to end like this - a refund of the full purchase price and a chance to forget the whole thing. Keurig Kold was viewed as a potential game-changer by The Coca-Cola Co; a "consumer engagement platform with unlimited potential". For Keu... Read more

Statement from Lynda & Stewart Resnick, Owners Justin Vineyard & Winery

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"We want to walk arm-in-arm with our neighbors to ensure the future of sustainable farming in the region. We know that proof of this will be in our actions, not just our words, and we look forward to working together ... " Read more

What to Know About the Brexit

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Despite predictions to the contrary, the UK has decided to break up with the European Union. The news, confirmed this morning, sent the British pound into the toilet and plunged most of the world's major stock markets. It will take much longer than a f... Read more

What does ‘Brexit’ mean for the drinks industry? – Analysis

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The UK's vote yesterday (June 23) to quit the European Union (EU) creates deep uncertainty, not only over the shape of future food and drink regulations in the country itself, but also export market access for companies operating in the UK or those out... Read more

This week in spirits & wine, featuring all you need to know about whisky, New Zealand’s 2016 wine harvest and Pernod Ricard’s rosy future

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Here's a round-up of this week's top stories in the spirits & wine categories. We also have similar round-ups for beer & cider and soft drinks & water. Read more