Monthly Archives: December 2017

AB InBev’s Business Just Keeps Getting Better and Better

Posted on December 5, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The best proof of this is in AB InBev’s widening EBITDA margin. The beer giant’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization are rising thanks to cost efficiencies and “premiumization” initiatives.  Read more here, from The Motley Fool via Madison.com.

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What Wine to Drink at Christmas

Posted on December 5, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Christie’s wine experts David Elswood and Tim Triptree sat down with GQ over a gargantuan plate of turkey with all the trimmings to tell us what you should drink this Christmas.  Read more here, from British GQ.

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Jim Beam Launches 1st Artificially Intelligent Decanter

Posted on December 5, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

“For decades, we produced unique limited-edition decanters that are now collectors’ items,” says Fred Noe, seventh generation master distiller.  “And now, we’re introducing a smart decanter that

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Research Could Strip Wine of Sulfites — and Health Worries — for Pennies Per Bottle

Posted on December 5, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Winemakers have added sulfites to preserve their products since the time of the Roman Empire. Sulfites, a class of compounds including sulfur dioxide and sulfite salts, act as antioxidants and antibacterial

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Winebow’s MundoVino to Import Bournet-Lapostolle

Posted on December 5, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

MundoVino, a member of Winebow Group, was named exclusive U.S. importer of the wines of Domaines Bournet-Lapostolle, including Domaines Bournet-Lapostolle: Lapostolle Le Rouge, Le Rosé, Grand Selection, Cuvée Alexandre, Collection, and Borobo, in addition to Clos Apalta and Le Petit … Continue reading →

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New Wine Brand Celebrates ‘Saturday Night Live’

Posted on December 5, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The limited-edition collection from Lot 18 features four hand-crafted blends and uniquely designed labels to honor the essence of

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