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The US Wine Market Faces an Unwelcome New Normal

For years, the US has been the world's most appealing export market. Not only were American consumers prepared to pay more, but the market kept expanding. Jeff Siegel says the party’s over.

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Languedoc: Going From Red to White. With a Few Exceptions

While red wines are generally experiencing significant slowdown, dynamic companies in Languedoc-Roussillon are maintaining sales and even recording some encouraging growth.

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Katy Murarotto Appointed Managing Director of Freixenet Gratien

A dynamic and experienced new leader takes the reins.

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Come Over October Campaign Declared a Success

US wine professionals embrace effort to promote wine as a convivial beverage.

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Devil’s Advocate: Wine, a Female James Bond, and Losing the Lead

Robert Joseph has come up with a plausible reason for why wine sales are falling across the planet. And a plot in which fermented grape juice may not enjoy a cosy Hollywood ending.

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America’s Incredible Shrinking Wholesale Landscape

Wholesalers across the US have consolidated, turning once regional entities into national behemoths. Jeff Siegel charts the changes.

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The World Bulk Wine Exhibition Is Just Around the Corner

The bulk wine market is showing signs of recovery, making the Amsterdam World Bulk Wine Exhibition (WBWE) an interesting place to be.

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Climate Change Forces British Columbia to Question Its Future

When people talk about climate change, they usually focus on rising temperatures. In January 2024, however, it was dramatic cold snap that decimated vines in British Columbia. Now, growers and wineries have big decisions to make. Michaela Morris reports.

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Artificial Intelligence at Work

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being adopted by German companies, to streamline processes and boost efficiency. Here's how they're using it.

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European Green Light for €120m Vine Pulling Plan

The European Union has approved France's planned vine-pulling premiums.

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Spanish Harvest Larger Than Last Year

Spain's harvest volume is significantly larger than last year's historically low yield—yet still smaller than expected.

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