Wine outperforms spirits, beer, cocktails and beer during holiday time
The latest consumer data from New York-based Nielsen CGA has revealed that Thanksgiving is the most valuable annual occasion for still wine, providing ample opportunity for local bars and restaurants expecting an influx of hometown consumers this week, it says. Wine outperforms spirits, beer, cocktails and soft drinks in that 39 percent of U.S. consumers choose to drink wine when out-of-home during the Thanksgiving period, with significant opportunity for wine-led bars as well as specific dining channels where wine and food pairings are key.
Dual-layered labels unveil layer of colorful artwork
The new dual-layered labels, which were created by Italian design agency Robilant Associati, are designed to be peeled back, unveiling an inside layer of colorful artwork that is unique to each wine.
Alternative packaged wine available in 3 varietals
Napa, Calif.-based Delicato Family Wines, producer of Bota Box, announced the launch of three new varietal wines under Bota Box's premium bag-in-box Nighthawk range: Nighthawk Black Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, Nighthawk Black Lush Pinot Noir and Nighthawk Gold Vibrant Sauvignon Blanc.
Wine series uses pressure sensitive labels, fanciful script
The vivid new package reflects the importance of these wines in the company’s portfolio, while also differentiating them from the winery’s popular J. Lohr Estates wines.
Purchase includes brand, inventory, winery, estate vineyard and tasting rooms
Vintage Wine Estates, Santa Rosa, Calif., announced the addition of Owen Roe, with locations in Yakima, Wash., (winery, vineyards and tasting room) and Willamette Valley, Ore., (tasting room) to its fine wine portfolio.
New wine brand simplifies wine and food pairing decisions for consumers
Jacques Alexandre Azoulay has paired with wine connoisseur Scott Glauber as the importer and distributor of PairME Wines, a new brand aimed at making high-quality French wines accessible to millennials, it says.