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Monthly Archive: June 2013

Special Report: Premium-Plus California Wine Rising Sharply, As Cupcake Leads Charge

California’s premium-plus wine segment ($10-and-above) is thriving, despite a challenging on-premise environment. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 13, 2013

Billionaire Ron Burkle Reportedly Eyes Fresh & Easy Acquisition

Tesco’s planned divestiture of its struggling Fresh & Easy retail brand in the U.S. may be coming to fruition, as multiple reports claim billionaire investor Ron Burkle is in talks with Tesco toward an acquisition. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 13, 2013

News Briefs for June 13, 2013

•Total Wine & More is eyeing the Minnesota market, according to local press reports. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 13, 2013

Craft Brewing And Distilling News for June 13, 2013

•The Seattle Cider Company has unveiled plans to launch its inaugural line of hard ciders. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 13, 2013

Exclusive: Binny’s Plans 50,000-Square-Foot Superstore In Chicago

Chicago-based Binny’s Beverage Depot has just signed a deal to dramatically expand its 33,000-square-foot Lincoln Park store, the former Sam’s Wine & Spirits, by leasing two adjacent buildings. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 12, 2013

Edrington Weighs Its Options In U.S. After Termination Of Partnership With Rémy

The Edrington Group is now weighing options for its portfolio in the U.S. market after the end of its long-standing partnership with Rémy Cointreau USA, effective March 31, 2014. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 12, 2013

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