Monthly Archive: March 2013
Parker’s Advocate Suing Former Contributor Galloni In Federal Court
Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate is suing Antonio Galloni in federal court, claiming that the longtime contributor traveled on the company’s dime without turning in stories—and that he now plans to use those stories on his new website. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 21, 2013Italy’s Masi Moves From Folio To Kobrand
Kobrand is adding the wines of highly regarded Italian producer Masi Agricola to its U.S. portfolio on an exclusive basis effective immediately. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 21, 2013Pernod Intros Breakfast-Inspired Liqueur Line, Mama Walker’s
Pernod Ricard USA has unveiled Mama Walker’s, a new range of breakfast-inspired liqueurs. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 21, 2013News Briefs for March 21, 2013
•Accolade Wines North America will introduce South Africa’s Flagstone wines to the U.S. market this spring. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 21, 2013EXCLUSIVE: William Grant Promotes Hunt To Chief Commercial Officer
William Grant & Sons, Ltd. has promoted Simon Hunt to the newly created position of chief commercial officer. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 20, 2013EXCLUSIVE: Premium Boxed Wine Thrives, As Black Box Nears 3 Million Cases
The premium three-liter boxed wine segment continues to enjoy strong momentum in the U.S., up 25% by value and 27% by volume in the 52 weeks through February 24, according to SymphonyIRI. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 20, 2013