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News Briefs for August 1, 2025

  • Napa Valley’s PlumpJack Collection of Wineries has named Breakthru Beverage Group as the company’s new California distributor, following the closure of RNDC California. Continue reading →
Posted in News on August 1, 2025

Sparkling Wine Resilient As Pricing Stability Improves

Amid challenging conditions for the overall wine market, key sparkling categories like Prosecco and Champagne have returned to growth this year. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 1, 2025

Frederick Wildman, Southern Glazer’s Deepen Ties In CA, IL, PA

New York-based importer Frederick Wildman & Sons is deepening its partnership with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits in the California, Illinois, and Pennsylvania markets. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 1, 2025

News Briefs for July 31, 2025

  • Diageo has appointed company veteran Deirdre Mahlan as interim CFO, effective August 18, replacing Nik Jhangiani, who became interim CEO earlier this month upon the departure of former chief executive Debra Crew. Continue reading →
Posted in News on August 1, 2025

Wine’s Retail Decline Accelerates Slightly In Latest Monthly Data

The U.S. wine market’s decline in the off-premise accelerated slightly in the four-week period ending July 13, according to IRI/Circana. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 31, 2025

Spirits Slip 2% In Control States In The First Half 

After a 0.9% decline in 2024, spirits volumes declined a further 2% in control states during the first half of this year, according to NABCA, including a 2.3% decrease in the month of June. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 30, 2025

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