This year’s State of the Industry report on the U.S. wine and spirits markets highlights the impact that premiumization and health and wellness trends are having on these categories.
Pent-up demand following pandemic lockdowns has served to increase sparkling wine’s growth, data shows. Meanwhile consumers are showing preference for U.S.-sourced wine varietals.
Unrated, a brand of Viña Concha Y Toro, introduced its Cabernet Sauvignon from South America: XTRA CAB. The bold Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep red tone, with notes of red and black fruits, the company says.
Starla Wines entered into the alcohol-free (AF) industry by launching a trio of alcohol removed varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blend and Sparkling Rosé.
Sonoma-Cutrer, a brand of Brown-Forman Corp., announced two new vintages in celebration of its 40th anniversary: the 2019 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and the Cutrer Chardonnay. The new vintages join Sonoma-Cutrer’s Estate Chardonnay to celebrate the Sonoma county winery’s 40 years of winemaking.
Beaulieu Vineyard, a division of Treasury Wine Estates, announced the release of its inaugural vintage of the 2018 Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
Joyful Heart Wine Co. rollout features 3 new wines
September 15, 2021
Renowned American actress and singer Chrissy Metz, announced the launch of The Joyful Heart Wine Co., Santa Margarita, Calif. In collaboration with award-winning winemaker Nicole Walsh, the new wine collection presents: Joyful Heart Red Blend, Joyful Heart White Blend and Limited Reserve Red Blend.
New wines also feature brands latest packaging update
September 10, 2021
Sokol Blosser Winery, Dundee Hills, Ore., is adding to its line box wines with two new 1.5-liter boxes of Evolution Chardonnay and Evolution Big Time Red.