Tag Archive: California
Interview, Part Two: Ste. Michelle Wine Estates President and CEO Ted Baseler
In this second part of our interview with Ted Baseler, the Ste. Michelle CEO discusses competitor E&J Gallo’s entry into the Washington wine business, distributor relations, Ste. Michelle’s new plan to ship half its wines by rail and the outlook on what looks to be a more robust U.S. grape harvest this year. Continue reading →
Posted in News on August 29, 2012E&J Gallo To Acquire Central CA Winery
E&J Gallo is set to purchase Central California winery Courtside Cellars for an undisclosed sum. Continue reading →
Posted in News on August 10, 2012Premium California Wines Posting Torrid Growth: Impact Databank
California wine’s premium-plus segment is making significant progress in both the on- and off-premise, as luxury wines have rebounded in the restaurant channel and premium offerings further down the pricing ladder are showing big gains. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 14, 2012Jackson Family Wines Launches Pinot Noir-Only Label, Champ de Rêves
Jackson Family Wines is targeting the California Pinot Noir market with a new Anderson Valley-based brand, Champ de Rêves. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 17, 2012News Briefs for March 27, 2012
•California Pinot Noir specialist MacPhail Family Wines has added distribution in several key new states, with more set to come online shortly. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 27, 2012Wine Spectator Cites New Boom In Single-Vineyard California Pinot Noirs
Wine Spectator senior editor James Laube reports that California is experiencing a boom in single-vineyard Pinot Noir offerings, led by a new brand, Walt, from Napa-based Hall Wines. Continue reading →
Posted in News on March 19, 2012