Diageo sales fall 2.2% on weak China and U.S. demand Sales fell to $4.9 billion, pressured by weak demand in China's white spirits and softer U.S. consumption https://t.co/hgpAlI7v79

French Wine and Spirits Industry Faces Threat From Over Ten New Tax Proposals Producers warn that higher taxes and U.S. trade retaliation could deepen export woes and harm a key French sector https://t.co/paQ10Euj2e

Russian Wines Now Make Up 60% of Domestic Market Amid Sanctions Western restrictions drive up import prices by up to 40 percent, fueling a dramatic shift in Russian consumer preferences and production. https://t.co/Ja1vXlaL5r

Mexico’s Wine Imports Drop 10% as Average Prices Surge Nearly 10% in 2025 Spanish and Italian wines see price hikes despite overall decline in Mexican demand, with bottled wines dominating the market. https://t.co/P6OG3fUi9M

Yantai Becomes First Asian City to Join Great Wine Capitals Network as Observer Member Chinese wine hub gains international recognition, boosting global collaboration and sustainable tourism in the expanding Asian market https://t.co/4rVTb0p8l5

Bodegas Faustino Wins Global Wine Tourism Prize for Energy-Positive Architecture in Rioja Award highlights winery’s sustainable design, energy self-sufficiency, and innovative visitor experiences among world’s top wine destinations https://t.co/FQCrUZvjJf

Record 623 Applications Mark 25th Anniversary of Global Wine Tourism Awards in Bordeaux Winners from eleven regions honored for innovation and sustainability as industry interest and investment reach new heights worldwide https://t.co/NpzdLmEVTN

Can Europe’s Wine Reform Secure the Future of Its Vineyards? Questions grow over whether policy tools can spark renewal without new financial support https://t.co/rYUsfwrif9

Italian Producers Highlight Moderation and Culture in Push for Responsible Drinking at Milan Conference Experts and industry leaders call for education and dialogue over bans, emphasizing tradition and balance in Italian alcohol consumption. https://t.co/xNcKEMIWHn

Colli Euganei Red Wines to Drop Grape Names in Labeling Overhaul Italian region shifts focus to geographic identity, aiming for stronger global brand recognition and simplified consumer choices. https://t.co/oaaA3BkJ6t

Australian Wine Exports Surge 30% in 2024 as China Reopens, Reaching $2.67 Billion Chinese demand drives sharp rebound for Australian winemakers, but exports to US and UK continue to decline amid shifting markets https://t.co/VpmJxnIt0v

California’s Century-Old Vineyards at Risk as 75% of Consumers Unaware of Their Value Heritage vines face removal amid economic pressures and low consumer recognition, prompting calls for clearer labeling and targeted outreach. https://t.co/eezXP3ZcsS

Sonoma County’s 2025 Winegrape Harvest Yields Largest, Most Uniform Crop in Recent Years Coolest and Foggiest Season on Record Drives High Quality and Lower-Alcohol Wines Across 19 AVAs https://t.co/WK2dH5geEy

Jasnières and Fiefs Vendéens See 627 Hectares of Vineyards Draw New Wave of Wine Tourists Loire Valley’s hidden wine regions offer authentic tastings, cycling routes, and sustainable tourism away from crowded destinations https://t.co/GAKwDLDpv4

Italy turns to EU for trade relief Ministers Lollobrigida and Tajani meet EU Commissioner Šefčovič in Rome to coordinate trade strategy https://t.co/F05a7aBwZN

Canadian Wine Sales Hold at $7.8 Billion as Consumption Drops 5%, Red Wines Fall Below Half of Market Shift toward higher-priced bottles and declining red wine sales mark changing preferences in Canada’s evolving wine landscape https://t.co/ak02zqwu7m

China’s Wine Consumption Plunges 25% as Industry Shifts Toward Premium Bottles and Digital Sales Domestic producers face falling demand but invest in quality and e-commerce to rival global brands in a changing market https://t.co/hxKxKdgQSr

Copa and Cogeca Applaud EU Wine Reforms but Press for Further Changes Farm representatives seek stronger guarantees for innovation and replanting rights in trilogue talks https://t.co/K62ciKFfVK

The European Union approved the “Wine Package” New rules target clearer labeling, faster crisis response, and greater financial flexibility for producers facing climate and market shocks. https://t.co/gZNCSmBGFN

EU Wine Promotion Funding Rises to 80 Percent as Italian Producers Warn of Risks in New Policy Shift Concerns grow over fully funded vineyard removals and distillation measures, with industry leaders urging focus on long-term sector growth https://t.co/q8rfHBQxAL