Monthly Archive: December 2014
Interview, Part Two: Vintage Point’s David Biggar
In this second part of our interview with Vintage Point partner David Biggar, the veteran wine industry executive talks innovation, the retail landscape and long-term aspirations for the portfolio. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 5, 2014Balcones Board Settles With Departing Founder Tate
Chip Tate, founder of Texas-based Balcones Distilling, has reportedly accepted a settlement from the company’s board that will see him leave the business. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 5, 2014News Briefs for December 5, 2014
•Palm Bay International has partnered with Scotland’s Wemyss Malts to import the craft distiller’s whisky and gin offerings in the U.S. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 5, 2014Craft Brewing And Distilling News for December 5, 2014
•San Antonio, Texas-based Ranger Creek is celebrating its fourth anniversary and has released the 10th installment to its limited-edition series, Small Batch Series No. 10. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 5, 2014Interview, Part One: Vintage Point Eyes Million-Case Milestone
Established in 2006 by former Beringer Blass executives David Biggar and Tom Peterson, Sonoma-based wine company Vintage Point has found success with its Layer Cake brand, an internationally-sourced range retailing for $15 a 750-ml. Known for its core South Australian Shiraz, Layer Cake has grown to include a California Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir; Italian Primitivo; Argentine Malbec and red blend; and Spanish Garnacha. In addition, Vintage Point markets the Hundred Acre, Educated Guess, Cherry Pie, Gary Farrell, Moone-Tsai and Goose Ridge brands, among others. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 4, 2014Grand Marnier Quashes Sale Rumors, Confirms Global Distribution Review
Société des Produits Marnier Lapostolle, owner of the Grand Marnier liqueur brand among others, has denied rumors circulating in recent weeks that it’s exploring a sale of its business, but has confirmed to SND that it’s undertaking a review of its global distribution platform. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 4, 2014
