Terlato Partners with Cecchi
Terlato Wines announced an agreement with Cecchi to take over U.S. sales and marketing for the Chianti and Tuscan wine producer effective in 2015. From the press release:
Lake Bluff, Ill – Sept. 3, 2014...
J Vineyards & Winery Announces Acquisitions
The wine producer announced the acquisition of vineyards in Annapolis, CA. Both are within the Sonoma coast AVA and bring the total number of estates owned by the company to ten. From the press...
Don Q Announces All New Packaging for Rum Lineup
Serralles has announced new packaging for Don Q rum in advance of the company's 150th anniversary. The new bottle and logo designs pay homage to the brand's heritage and its future. From the press...
Tanduay Announces Partnership with CNT
The makers of Tanduay are working with California National Trading to increase the Asian rum's distribution. From the press release:
Avon, CT (August 26, 2014)— Tanduay Distillers, Inc., makers of the second-largest-selling rum brand in...
Newcastle Werewolf Blood-Red Ale
Newcastle has brought back its limited-edition Werewolf Blood-Red Ale. Featuring sweet berry fruit and roasted caramel notes followed by Fuggle and Golding hops in the finish, according to the company, the beer is brewed...
Chivas 18 Wins Trophy at IWSC
The Pernod Ricard Scotch whisky won the Blended Scotch Whisky trophy at the International Wine and Spirit Competition. From the press release:
New York, NY (August 18, 2014) – Pernod Ricard USA and Chivas Brothers...
Major Personnel Changes at Bacardi
Robert Furniss-Roe, Regional President of North America for the company, is leaving Bacardi and will be replaced by Peter J. Carr. Carr was most recently Executive Vice President at Glazer's Distributors.
Bacardi also announced that...
Constellation Brands Acquires Casa Noble Tequila
The deal is expected to close next month, and terms have not yet been publicly announced. From the press release:
VICTOR, N.Y., August 13, 2014 - Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B), a leading beverage...
Former Industry Executives Launch New International Wine Company
The former executives from E&J Gallo and Constellation Brands came together to form Aspira, which is launching a brand portfolio of wines in Asia. From the press release:
SANTA BARBARA, CA--(Marketwired - Aug 13, 2014)...
J.P. Wiser’s Sponsors ESPN Fantasy Football
The whisky brand is tying its sponsorship to a new marketing campaign, "Make the Wiser Call," which will include TV and online ads throughout the fall. From the press release:
NEW YORK (August 13, 2014)...