Monthly Archives: October 2018

ABI’s U.S. Sales Grew 1.5%, Volume Eased 0.5%; STRs Fell 1.5%

Posted on October 26, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

This isn’t a turnaround for Anheuser-Busch InBev in the U.S.  Higher revenue on lower sales means simply that prices were jacked up to reach revenue targets.  But the fact that volume fell only one-half of one percent might mean the … Continue reading →

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Chateau Ste. Michelle Wine Shipments Fall 3.5% in 3d Quarter

Posted on October 26, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Ste. Michelle’s parent, Altria Group, reports wine revenue was unchanged.  “Favorable premium mix and higher pricing were offset” by a 2.2 million case reduction in volume. 

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CBrands Said Looking to Unload Some U.S. Wine Brands

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Wine brands that Constellation is considering selling are Clos du Bois, Mark West, Arbor Mist and Cooks, Reuters reported. 

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Australian Wine Exports to U.S. Fall $38 Million

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

That decline is a bit strange, since Andreas Clark, CEO of Wine Australia, suggested “there is positive sentiment about Australian

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XO The Peat Smoke Expression of Mount Gay Released

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Mount Gay Rum Distilleries unveils the first edition of the Master Blender Collection with the launch of XO The Peat Smoke Expression, a unique and unconventional limited edition blend crafted by Mount Gay Master Blender Allen Smith. The expression is … Continue reading →

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Indiana University Launches Private Label Collection

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

It’s called the 1820 Collection and includes a pinot noir, a cabernet

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