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Daily Archive: July 5, 2011

Cape Classics Sets 5-Million-Case Goal For South African Category In U.S., With Emphasis On Strong Brands

While South African wine importers in the U.S. market have struggled in recent years, New York-based Cape Classics has been gaining momentum with a South African portfolio including Jam Jar, Indaba and Mulderbosch. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 5, 2011

Pennsylvania Hits Record $1.96 Billion In Wine And Spirits Sales

Pennsylvania’s Liquor Control Board (PLCB) is touting record sales of $1.96 billion in its recently completed fiscal year, ended last month, an increase of 4% over the previous year. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 5, 2011

News Briefs for July 5, 2011

•Treasury Wine Estates has launched Vin Parfait—a boutique wine brand targeting female consumers in their 20s and 30s—in the U.S. market. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 5, 2011