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News Briefs for November 28, 2011

•Scotch producer Edrington Group reported a 2% increase in turnover to £278.7 million ($433.9m) for the six months to September 30. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 28, 2011

Pernod Says Emerging Markets, Premiumization Drive Growth Despite Tough Times

At Pernod Ricard’s recent annual general meeting, chief executive Pierre Pringuet said the company’s strong growth and improving price mix within several emerging markets, including Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe, were insulating it from the effects of continuing global economic troubles. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 21, 2011

News Briefs for November 16, 2011

•French wine producer Georges Duboeuf is rolling out the 2011 Beaujolais Nouveau at midnight, November 17. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 16, 2011

China’s Interest In Australian Wine Grows

Bloomberg reports that Chinese investors see opportunity for Australian wines across the Asia Pacific region and are quickly acquiring vineyards Down Under. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 25, 2011

News Briefs for September 23, 2011

•Diageo CEO Paul Walsh told Bloomberg News today the drinks giant is on the lookout for further acquisitions in emerging markets like China and is open to listing its shares in Asia if the opportunity presents. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 23, 2011

News Briefs for August 25, 2011

•According to Bordeaux trade group Le Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux (CIVB), the region is set to experience a 35% rise in annual turnover—from around €3.4 billion ($4.9b) to €4.6 billion ($6.6b)—within the next five years. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 25, 2011

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