August, 01, 2018 Billion dollar Chinese e-commerce company probed for selling fake goods

(TDB) - Pinduoduo, the Chinese tech start-up that raised more than US$1.6 billion in an IPO last week, has quickly become the subject of investigation by China’s state market regulator, following various media reports alleging that the company’s e-commerce platform is awash with counter...

August, 01, 2018 ‘Blue wine’ trend grows as Vindigo sold in France

(Decanter) - A 'blue wine' named Vindigo has gone on sale in France Vindigo is produced at Bodegas Perfer, in Spain’s Almeria region, and is made from Chardonnay grapes that have been macerated with the skins, according to press reports, citing the creator as French entrepreneur René...

August, 01, 2018 US Distributors Eye the High Road

(Wine Searcher) - The country's largest liquor wholesalers signal their support for national marijuana sales The use of the three-tier system is deeply embedded in the American drinks, regulatory and sales culture. Implemented at the Repeal of Prohibition, in 1933, the three-tier system has long...

July, 31, 2018 Crisp California Red Wines that Transcend the Seasons

(Winemag) - Power isn't everything. Central Coast winemakers are making refreshing, light reds perfect for enjoying year-round. Here are the labels to know. The sun is shining, the barbecue is ablaze and you’re thinking this shoulder-season weather couldn’t be any sweeter. It’s...

July, 31, 2018 Spanish Authorities Bust Wine-Counterfeiting Ring Allegedly Producing Fake Vega Sicilia and Pingus

(Wine Spectator) - Three years ago, Peter Sisseck grew suspicious when a cork supplier his Ribera del Duero winery, Dominio de Pingus, didn't normally use contacted his office about a request for Pingus-branded corks placed by a restaurant in Galicia. "We sort of let it go," Sisseck told Wine Sp...

July, 31, 2018 Automating Cork Quality Control

(Wines&Vines) - Major cork suppliers invest in new technology to catch contaminated corks  At one of Silver Oak Cellars' release-day parties in 2008, the winery had dug out a 6-liter bottle of Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from its library.  In front of an expectant crowd ...

July, 31, 2018 NZ winery convicted of illegal bulk wine production

(TDB) - A New Zealand winery has been fined more than NZ$15,000 after it was convicted of illegally manufacturing and selling liquidated stock, and dodging taxes. Sentry Hill Winery, of New Plymouth on New Zealand’s North Island, was placed into liquidation at the request of New Zealand Cu...

July, 31, 2018 Retailers Spar With Total Wine Over Coupons

(Wine Searcher) - An amendment to Massachusetts law that would allow discounts is being resisted by independent store owners. Certain types of discounts on wine and spirits, such as those offered directly by the retailer, are not allowed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the executive di...