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.