Italian Whites Leading The Way For Miami-Based Importer Ethica
As the U.S. wine industry battles economic pressure, moderation trends, and intensifying competition from RTDs and other beverage categories, Miami-based importer Ethica Wines tells SND a growing appetite for premium Italian whites offers a meaningful bright spot. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 10, 2026RTDs Bolstering Industry As Summer Begins
Prepared cocktails remained the star of the drinks industry in the four weeks through May 30, despite eking out only 0.1% dollar growth in NielsenIQ channels during the period. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 10, 2026News Briefs for June 10, 2026
•Champagne Piper-Heidsieck has released a limited-edition cuvee in partnership with the estate of Marilyn Monroe, one of the brand’s most famous enthusiasts during the 1950s and 60s. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 10, 2026Diageo Looks To World Cup Push To Boost Tequila Brands
While Tequila’s U.S. growth slowed to 0.5% last year, the category has made enormous long-term strides, more than doubling in size since 2015 to reach nearly 32 million cases in 2025, up from 14.6 million in 2015. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 9, 2026Herita USA, Lucas Bols Unveil U.S. Route-To-Market Changes
Santa Margherita marketer Herita USA and Lucas Bols USA are the latest to reveal new distribution arrangements in multiple markets around the country. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 9, 2026News Briefs for June 9, 2026
•Wine Spectator’s Bring Your Own Magnum Party is always one of California’s most exclusive wine-country galas, but even more so this year as it helped to celebrate the newly restored Robert Mondavi Winery in Oakville. Continue reading →
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