Yearly Archive: 2018
Vranken-Pommery Ramps Up Its U.S. Focus
Vranken-Pommery Monopole, the second-largest Champagne marketer worldwide after Moët Hennessy—with volume of 1.56 million cases last year—has been investing in its U.S. business lately with an eye toward expansion in both Champagne and rosé.
SPI Acquires Remainder Of Louisiana Spirits
SPI Group has acquired the remaining stake in Louisiana Spirits that it didn’t already own. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 15, 2018News Briefs for June 15, 2018
•Mionetto USA and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits have extended their distribution partnership, aligning in 12 additional markets. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 15, 2018Craft Brewing and Distilling News for June 15, 2018
•St. Louis-based Schlafly Beer will debut a new entry in its Cellar Selections series later this month. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 15, 2018Precept Bets On Rising Canned Wine Segment
Seattle’s Precept Wine has been a major mover in the canned wine category, which has been rising from a small base in recent years. Precept’s total volume neared 1.5 million cases on 7% growth last year, with its canned lineup contributing strongly to that performance. Continue reading →
Brown-Forman Unveils Old Forester’s New $45-Million Distillery
Brown-Forman has officially opened its new Old Forester Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 14, 2018