Monthly Archive: March 2015
News Briefs for March 6, 2015
•Roberto Conterno, the proprietor and winemaker at Giacomo Conterno, one of Barolo’s leading estates, signed a deal March 4 purchasing nearly 22 acres of the Arione cru from Gigi Rosso, owner of Cantina Gigi Rosso. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 6, 2015Craft Brewing and Distilling News for March 6, 2015
•The Craft Brew Alliance (CBA) has confirmed a net sales increase of 12% to more than $200 million and a 17% increase in gross profit to $58.7 million for its full fiscal year, ended December 31, 2014. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 6, 2015Banking On Mixology Trend, Italian Bitters Proliferate In U.S.
After years of stagnant growth, the Italian bitters-liqueurs category is now blossoming in the U.S. market, driven by current mixology trends and maturing consumer palates. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 5, 2015Peter Cressy To Step Down As DISCUS CEO
Peter Cressy has announced he will step down as CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) at the end of 2015, a position in which he’s served for 16 years. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 5, 2015News Briefs for March 5, 2015
•Ste. Michelle Wine Estates’ Washington wine brand 14 Hands has partnered with the Kentucky Derby to debut a new limited edition red blend. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 5, 2015Craft Brewing and Distilling News for March 5, 2015
•Portland, Maine’s Peak Organic Brewing Company is eyeing the growing trend of sessionable beers with its latest release of Peak Nitro Stout. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 5, 2015
