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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, 2013

Italy’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, 2013

Pernod 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, 2013

News 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, 2013

EXCLUSIVE: 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, 2013

EXCLUSIVE: 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

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