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Record exports for New Zealand leads to largest presence at Prowein

Record exports for New Zealand leads to largest presence at Prowein

Record exports for New Zealand leads to largest presence at Prowein   New Zealand’s wine industry is gearing up for its largest ever presence at the Prowein International Wine & Spirits Trade Show, following a record $1.54 billion in exports in 2015, up 14% on 2014. The 2016 event, held from 13 to 15 March…

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Vinisud 2016 – Confirmation of a great vintage

Vinisud 2016 – Confirmation of a great vintage

Vinisud 2016 : Confirmation of a great vintage   “Vinisud, the pivotal annual event for wines from the South, closed on Wednesday February 17 on a highly positive note. In the extremely competitive world of international trade shows, the Mediterranean wine exhibition successfully attracted 31,867 visitors, an increase of 3% on the previous event, including 9,784…

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Marius Berlemann is appointed Global Head Wine & Spirits of ProWein

Marius Berlemann is appointed Global Head Wine & Spirits of ProWein

Marius Berlemann is appointed Global Head Wine & Spirits of Prowein !   Marius Berlemann moves to the top of Prowein as the new Global Head Wine & Spirits. Since May 2012 the leading international trade for wines and spirits had been headed by interim manager Michael Degen, Executive Director and member of the board at…

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New Zealand wine exports reach record $1.5 billion high

New Zealand wine exports reach record $1.5 billion high

New Zealand wine exports reach record $1.5 billion high  New Zealand wine exports have reached a new record high of $1.54 billion for the 2015 year, up 14% on 2014 according to New Zealand Winegrowers. New Zealand wines are exported to more than 90 countries. The wine is New Zealand’s 6th largest export good….

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Vinexpo 2017 will take place over 4 days !

Vinexpo 2017 will take place over 4 days !

Vinexpo 2017 will take place over 4 days ! Vinexpo Bordeaux 2017 : Save The Date !   Vinexpo 2017, the international wine and spirits event, will welcome us from Sunday 18th to Wednesday 21st of June 2017. Starting in 2017, Vinexpo Bordeaux will last 4 instead of the traditional 5 days, in order to provide a…

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Pontet-Canet owner buys Robin Williams’ Napa wine estate

Pontet-Canet owner buys Robin Williams’ Napa wine estate

The owners of Château Pontet-Canet are investing in California   Alfred and Mélanie Tesseron just bought the Villa Sorriso     The Tesseron family, owners of Château Pontet-Canet (Grand Cru Classé, Pauillac) and Cognac Tesseron has acquired the Villa Sorriso formerly owned by the late actor Robin Williams. It has already been several years that…

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Vinisud 2016 opens to Bordeaux wines !

Vinisud 2016 opens to Bordeaux wines !

Vinisud 2016 opens to Bordeaux wines! The Bordeaux vineyard invites to exhibition of Mediterranean wines     Vinisud expands its borders! While remaining a show dedicated to wines of the Mediterranean for this edition 2016 Vinisud chose to invite and welcome Bordeaux wines. Why did you choose to host the wines of Bordeaux, a major…

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Chianti Classico : 300 years and not a single white feather!

Chianti Classico : 300 years and not a single white feather!

300 years and not a single white feather !   Chianti Classico is celebrating 300 years of history. An ancient DOC that is still evolving and growing with energy and enthusiasm.     300 years and not a single white feather. This is one of the well-chosen headlines for the publicity campaign to accompany the…

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Buy out of Château des Ferrages :
 Chapoutier gets a foothold in Provence !

Buy out of Château des Ferrages :
 Chapoutier gets a foothold in Provence !

Buy out of Château des Ferrages :
 Maison M. Chapoutier gets a foothold in Provence ! Chapoutier invests in Côtes de Provence     Maison Chapoutier announced this week the acquisition of the Château des Ferrages. The estate covers 28 hectares in various parts of Pourcieux located in the Côtes de Provence Sainte Victoire appellation….

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In 2016, Vinisud will amplify its influence

In 2016, Vinisud will amplify its influence

Vinisud 2016   For the 2016 edition of the International Exhibition, Mediterranean Wines & Spirits amplifies its influence     The 12th edition of VINISUD takes place on February 15, 16 and 17 2016 at the Montpellier Exhibition Centre. Vinisud is the show dedicated to wine and spirits products in the Mediterranean region, the birthplace…

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