Category Archive: News
Report: E.U. Angling For 15% Tariff Rate In U.S. Talks
As negotiations continue ahead of an August 1 deadline, reports indicate that the European Union and U.S. may reach a deal setting U.S. tariffs on E.U. imports at 15%. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 24, 2025News Briefs for July 24, 2025
•Pernod Ricard-owned Altos Tequila has rebranded, with new packaging and labeling inspired by the brand’s heritage. Continue reading →
Champagne Regains Momentum In First Half
After a challenging few years in the Champagne category, momentum returned over the first half 2025, with both on- and off-premise depletions on the rise according to WSWA data, perhaps boosted by some pantry-loading in anticipation of higher tariffs on imported wines. Continue reading →
Industry Groups Urge Progress In U.S.-Canada Trade Talks
Sales of U.S. spirits in Canada have plummeted in recent months following widespread destocking of American products in the country, which resulted after the U.S. ratcheted up trade tensions with its northern neighbor. Continue reading →
News Briefs for July 23, 2025
•Zonin1821 has struck a strategic partnership with Tensley Wines and Fundamental Wines under which it will handle the two brands from winemaker Joey Tensley across the U.S. market. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 23, 2025Interview, Part 2: Britt West, Chief Commercial Officer, Gallo
In the second part of our interview, Gallo chief commercial officer Britt West discusses the company’s growing spirits portfolio, the outlook for High Noon, and how the California-based drinks giant—with wine volume of 85 million cases and spirits volume of 37 million cases—is taking on the challenge of recruiting the next generation of consumers. Continue reading →
