Daily Archive: May 20, 2015
Interview, Part 2: Hess Family Wine Estates MD Timothy Persson
In part two of our interview with Timothy Persson, the Hess Family Wine Estates chief highlights upcoming new products and the potential of the company’s import portfolio. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 20, 2015Pernod Eyes Big U.S. Opportunity For Cuban Rum Havanista
With the U.S. recently establishing full diplomatic relations with Cuba—opening the possibility of lifting the U.S. trade embargo against the Caribbean nation—Pernod Ricard is reportedly laying plans to launch its Havanista rum brand in the U.S. market. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 20, 2015Gallo Makes Major Napa Valley Vineyard Buy
E&J Gallo has bolstered its presence in Napa Valley with the acquisition of 642 acres of land in the Pope Valley area, including 258 acres of vineyards. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 20, 2015Control State Spirits Sales Up 2.3% Year-To-Date
Spirits case sales in control states rose 2.3% year-to-date through April, as shelf dollars increased 5.1% over the same period, according to NABCA. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 20, 2015News Briefs for May 20, 2015
•Napa’s Signorello Estate has signed a new distribution deal with Southern Wine & Spirits (SWS) spanning six states across the Pacific Northwest. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 20, 2015Craft Brewing And Distilling News for May 20, 2015
•Somerville, Massachusetts-based Bantam Cider Co. is debuting its first canned offering with the launch of its The Americain cider in 12-ounce canned four-packs. Continue reading →
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