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Monthly Archive: January 2013

Wine Spectator: Kurniawan Loses Bid to Exclude Counterfeiting Evidence

A federal judge has ruled that FBI agents acted properly when they searched the California home of accused wine counterfeiter Rudy Kurniawan moments after arresting him last year, reports Wine Spectator. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 18, 2013

Glazer’s Becomes Exclusive Distributor For Banfi In Five States

Glazer’s has strengthened its partnership with Banfi Vintners by becoming the exclusive distributor for Banfi and Excelsior Wine Co. in five states—Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Iowa and Mississippi. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 18, 2013

News Briefs for January 18, 2013

Heaven Hill Distilleries says strong demand has led it to launch new sizes for its Evan Williams Cherry Reserve and Cinnamon Reserve liqueurs. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 18, 2013

Craft Brewing And Distilling News for January 18, 2013

•Longmont, Colorado craft brewer Oskar Blues says its depletions leapt 52% and revenue rose 49% in calendar 2012. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 18, 2013

Facing Intense Competition, Proximo’s Three Olives Makes $20 Million Ad Play

Proximo Spirits is aiming to revitalize its Three Olives vodka brand with a $20 million ad campaign centered around British actor Clive Owen. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 17, 2013

With Jack Daniel’s Booming, Brown-Forman To Set Up Own Arm In France

Brown-Forman is establishing its own distribution company in France, which has become a growth engine for its flagship Jack Daniel’s brand. Continue reading →

Posted in News on January 17, 2013

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