The Rise and Rise of the Non-Alcohol Drinks Category

As beverage companies watch in dismay as sales of alcohol drop, some are turning to the growing non-alc category. Chris Losh reports.

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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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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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Come Over October Campaign Declared a Success

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

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France Considers How Far its Vineyards Need to Shrink

The French government is almost certain to fund the uprooting of another 37,500ha of vineyards, in addition to up to 9,000ha that have already been earmarked for grubbing up in Bordeaux. Some estimates suggest that five times this area will have to go.

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Devil's Advocate: Might Smartwatches and Loyalty Cards Cut Our Drinking?

The industry is concerned about cancer warnings from the WHO. Robert Joseph suggests that there might be other health-related threats to wine consumption.

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Devil's Advocate: Wine Needs Marketing - and Cash to Pay for It

Robert Joseph notes that falling consumption and intrusive health warnings are not a recent phenomenon. And that other forms of alcohol have fared better. Perhaps, he suggests, the wine industry needs to change its attitude to marketing.

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India, China and Brazil Emerge as New Growth Drivers

According to IWSR, many traditional markets for alcoholic beverages are currently experiencing a downturn. However, opportunities are emerging, particularly in the growing markets of Asia, Central, and South America.

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Social Media is - Slightly - Losing Influence in Germany

German research suggests that social media usage may be declining - especially among older users.

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