Monthly Archives: April 2017

Texas Senate Votes to End Liquor Store Limit

“A handful of families” have been able to “establish virtual liquor store cartels,” says Travis Thomas, a spokesman for Texas for Consumer Freedom, which lobbies for large retailers. The provision allowed members of an immediate family to pool their package … Continue reading

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Terlato Buys Klipsun Vineyards of Washington

Terlato Wines International has added Klipsun Vineyards to its stable, which includes such Napa Valley brands as Chimney Rock, Greystone Cellars and Jack Nicklaus Wines.  Terms weren’t disclosed. “It’s been 35 years.  I’m tired,” explained Patricia Gelles, Klipsun’s owner and … Continue reading

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How One Big Deal Triggered a Major Scramble In the North Coast Wine Industry

E&J Gallo Winery’s purchase of Stagecoach Vineyards in the Napa Valley sent a shock wave through the North Coast wine industry. The sale pulled 600 prime cabernet sauvignon acres off the market and triggered a new vineyard buying spree that … Continue reading

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Who & What –

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission’s executive director, Sherry Cook, is stepping down.  TABC said Cook’s department was a retirement.  But there have been reports of top TABC officials spending thousands of dollars to attend conferences largely funded by bev/al suppliers.  In … Continue reading

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AleSmith Taps Emblem PR

The San Diego craft brewer signed Emblem PR as the public relations agency of record.

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Michelob Ultra Extensions PGA Tour Sponsorship

Anheuser-Busch extended its longstanding marketing relationship that continues Michelob Ultra as the “Official Beer Sponsor of the PGA Tour and PGA Tour Champions” through 2020. Michelob Ultra, which first became an official sponsor of the PGA Tour in 2002, will … Continue reading

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