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In Russia, per capita sales of alcohol have increased, with a noticeable shift in favor of wine. Will recently imposed high taxes on European products make the country turn to alternative sources?

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Full cellars and continuously low demand are driving down red wine prices in Europe. While there is still a surplus of some varieties, some remain scarce.

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Family-owned investment firm acquires the Washington State heavyweight, including the Kung Fu Girl brand, one of the best-selling Rieslings in the US.

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The Australian wine company increases its profit by 12.8%. While sales in the top segment rise by nearly 30%, entry-level brands are faltering.

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Thinking of exporting to Germany? Then be aware of these rules, which apply to everybody through the wine chain, both online and offline. Anja Zimmer summarises the German regulation.

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German wine consumption fell by around 4% in the first half of 2024, . 

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For the first time, vineyard owners in Bordeaux are facing penalties if they neglect their vineyards. Fines of up to €5,000 per hectare may be imposed.

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TikTok is growing up - and has opened its platform to alcohol advertising in the US and Canada. How far does the liberalization really go? Anja Zimmer reports. 

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Easter Island, located in the Pacific Ocean, has been officially designated as a wine region under the DO Rapa Nui appellation. This marks the recognition of Easter Island as its own unique wine-growing area within Chile.

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Australian wine group Treasury Wine Estates plans to sell historic Australian brands such as Wolf Blass and Lindeman's to focus on its premium business.

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The Chilean winery reports positive quarterly figures. Exports, especially to the U.S. and Brazil, were a strength for the company.

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As the Northern Hemisphere gears up for autumn with promising harvests, the global bulk wine market remains calm amidst fluctuating prices and cellar clearouts.

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In Bordeaux, two defendants were sentenced to prison for human trafficking and exploitation.

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Following the announced sale of Pernod Ricard's wine division, employees in Australia's Barossa Valley have gone on strike.

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This year's grape harvest was kicked off in Fitou.

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