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Monthly Archive: November 2011

Terlato Adds Bordeaux’s Chateau Timberlay To Portfolio

Terlato Wines has announced an exclusive, long-term agreement that will see it handle Bordeaux brand Chateau Timberlay in the U.S., beginning in January with the 2009 vintage. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 8, 2011

Nielsen: Table Wines $20 And Up Continue To Drive U.S. Market

The Nielsen Company reports that table wine sales in the U.S. market rose 3.4% by volume and 4.5% by value, to 128.3 million cases and $9.66 billion, respectively, in the 52 weeks ending October 15. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 8, 2011

News Briefs for November 8, 2011

•Advertising Age has named Coca-Cola—led by chief marketing and commercial officer Joe Tripodi—as its “Marketer of the Year.” Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 8, 2011

Binny’s Maps Plans To Expand In Downstate Illinois And Wisconsin

With its 27th store opening late last week, Chicago-based Binny’s Beverage Depot is laying plans for the next stage of its expansion. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 7, 2011

News Briefs For November 7, 2011

•Skyy vodka creator Maurice Kanbar is relaunching his Blue Angel vodka with a new look and a campaign centered around promoting U.S.-distilled Blue Angel as the perfect Martini vodka, beginning in the brand’s native San Francisco. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 7, 2011

Champagne Demand Increases Worldwide, Prices In U.S. To Move Up

Rapid recovery in mature markets and soaring demand in the emerging countries of Brazil, Russia, India and China has put global Champagne supply under pressure in the run-up to the crucial holiday selling season, with brands now on allocation and price hikes in the offing for 2012. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 4, 2011

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