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Monthly Archive: July 2017

West Virginia Wholesalers Take Aim At Newcomer Johnson Bros. In Lawsuit

Six West Virginia wine distributors have filed a lawsuit alleging that fellow wholesaler Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. and its West Virginia subsidiary, Mountain State Beverage, have attempted to monopolize wine distribution in the state under the guise of market consolidation. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 12, 2017

News Briefs for July 12, 2017

•Napa, California–based Locations Wines, led by Dave Phinney, has debuted a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 12, 2017

Craft Brewing and Distilling News for July 12, 2017

•Carlsberg has acquired the U.K.’s London Fields Brewery and will operate the brand in conjunction with Brooklyn Brewery. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 12, 2017

Interview, Part 2: Bill Foley of Foley Family Wines

In the second part of our interview, Bill Foley discusses the tightening California grape market, efforts in the fast-rising direct-to-consumer space and the progress of his California wholesaler, Epic Wines & Spirits. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 11, 2017

Indian Whisky Paul John Launches Bold, Adding A New Expression To The Lineup

Indian single malt whisky maker John Distilleries Ltd. (JDL) has released Paul John Bold, a new peated single malt whisky expression, in the U.S. market. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 11, 2017

News Briefs for July 11, 2017

•Heineken’s Strongbow Hard Apple Cider will launch a new Artisanal Blend at the end of the summer. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 11, 2017

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