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Daily Archive: November 3, 2023

M. Shanken Launches Shanken Ratings Network, A New Automation Service For Retailers, Matching Wine Spectator Ratings To Store Portfolios

M. Shanken Communications, Inc. is introducing Shanken Ratings Network (SRN), a new platform serving retailers with easy access to comprehensive ratings, tasting notes, and expert analysis from Wine Spectator and Whisky Advocate. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 3, 2023

Constellation Expects Wine And Spirits Premiumization Drive To Pay Off

In an update yesterday, Constellation Brands said it’s targeting 1% to 3% net sales growth and 25%-26% operating margins for its wine and spirits business over the medium term, underpinned by its move toward the higher end of the market, although it slightly downgraded sales expectations for the current fiscal year to down 1% to 2%. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 3, 2023

Wine Spectator: How Has War Impacted Israel’s Wine Harvest? A Time of Fear And Pain

Across Israel, many wineries were mid-harvest when Hamas’s attacks and Israel’s counterstrikes began. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 3, 2023

News Briefs for November 3, 2023

•Dixon Dedman’s 2XO Whiskey has released Gem of Kentucky, a new limited release double matured single barrel Bourbon. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 3, 2023