Two years after the imposition of tariffs by the Chinese government that threatened to destroy its huge Chinese business, Penfolds is launching a wine from the Ningxia region under its own brand. Robert Joseph reports.
Australia’s deepening grape over-supply crisis reached new heights this week with the announcement from Casella Family Brands that it was placing 7258ha of its vineyards on the market. Jeni Port tells us the story behind the deal.
The last two years have been a great challenge for the Australian wine industry. Jeni Port gives an overview of recent developments and possible solutions.
The giant Australian wine company enlarges its portfolio with Frank Family Vineyards in Napa valley and three small Bordeaux chateaux. The acquisitions are part of a larger strategy to focus more on the premium wine sector.
It’s got a wine-growing history that dates back to the Roman world. It’s got more than 220 authorised grape varieties over 55,000 hectares of vineyards, and it’s one of the most exciting wine-growing countries in Europe.