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Interview, Part 2: Southern Glazer’s Execs On The California Market

California is the largest drinks market in the U.S., and Southern Glazer’s has a leading position in the middle tier, with its Golden State revenues at approximately $5 billion. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 9, 2025

Wine Spectator’s Bring Your Own Magnum Party Returns

Wine Spectator’s Bring Your Open Magnum Party made a triumphant return after a five-year hiatus on June 4, as industry icons from around California gathered in the Napa Valley town of St. Helena for one of the most exclusive wine-country fêtes of the year. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 9, 2025

News Briefs for June 6, 2025

  • Connecticut-based importer Evaton is introducing Fio a Fio, an aromatic white wine from Portugal’s Vinho Verde region. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 9, 2025

Brown-Forman’s Sales Inch Up 1% To $4 Billion Despite Headwinds

Brown-Forman saw net sales rise 1% on an organic basis to $4 billion for its fiscal year ended in April, with operating income up 3% to $1.1 billion, also on an organic basis. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 5, 2025

Wilson Daniels Transitions To Breakthru In California

Wilson Daniels is joining the Breakthru Beverage portfolio in California as current distributor RNDC exits the state. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 5, 2025

RNDC CEO Adds Context On CA Decision

In a note to staff yesterday, RNDC CEO Bob Hendrickson provided more context around the second-ranked national distributor’s decision to exit the California market. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 5, 2025

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