A Bump in the Road for Austria?

The export engine of Austrian wine seems to have faltered in 2024, with growth slowing in several key markets. Yet, not all is bleak—there are still regions offering promising opportunities for Austrian producers. Which markets hold the most potential for the future?

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Devil's Advocate: Smaller Wineries: Collaborate or Die

Robert Joseph considers the challenges for smaller wineries and suggests that working together may be their best hope of long term sustainability.

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US Direct to Consumer Sales Stall, but Demand for $100 and $200 Bottles Grows

One of the most important trends in the US wine market over the last decade or so has been the growth in winery DTC – Direct To Consumer sales. With an average price per DTC bottle of $41.16.

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