2018 Cognac Key Figures: Cognac spearheading French wine and spirits exports

Exports of Cognac have continued their steady rise. Cognac is at the top of the major appellations. Cognac Exports Set New Record in 2017-2018. For the fourth straight year, exports of Cognac have continued their steady rise, with an increase of 8.2% in volume and 5.4% in value1. The previous record of cognac bottles shipped … Read more

Elena Arzak’s guide to San Sebastián, Spain: 10 top tips

As Lonely Planet names the city’s pintxos the world’s best food experience, the renowned chef at Restaurant Arzak picks her culinary highlights – and the must-see sights

The world’s leading luxury group recorded a 10% increase of sales revenue despite unfavorable currency environment

  The world’s leading luxury products group, recorded revenue of €21.8 billion in the first half of 2018, an increase of 10%. LVMH reports strong growth in Asia and the United States,  a good start to the year for Wines and Spirits, excellent performance of Bvlgari, and a good performance of watch brands. LVMH Moët Hennessy … Read more

Same name, different game

Famous producers making wine away from home

Gold Medal for Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2004 at the largest and most relevant sparkling wine competition in the world

  The CSWWC is the largest and most relevant sparkling wine competition in the world. Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2004 won a Gold Medal at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2018; the world’s most prestigious sparkling wine competition. Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Blancs de Blancs 2004 is the purest expression of Chardonnay … Read more

Penfolds is expanding its stable to include brandy, spirited wine and multi-country sourcing

Penfolds announced a new range – Penfolds Special Bottlings. Treasury Wine Estates‘ Penfolds winemaking team is engaging in a profound expansion of its core range. The move will broaden the luxury brand’s base and help future-proof Penfolds. From 2019, the Penfolds portfolio will include brandy, spirited wine and multi-country sourcing, announced Treasury Wine Estates, the … Read more