Vinexpo 2013: Bordeaux becomes the official wine & spirits capital of the world

Vinexpo 2012 to determine the wine glass of the future. Vinexpo 2013, the key event in the wine and spirits calendar, will open its doors on 16 June to welcome industry professionals. This year Vinexpo became the epicenter of new trends in the spirits market, showcasing tequilas, cognacs and Chine luxury moutaï – best of … Read more

“Vineyards by Christie’s” to offer consultative service for those looking to acquire vineyards

Vineyards by Christie’s International Real Estate To meet demand from clients at Christie’s wine auctions in Hong Kong requesting expert advice in purchasing overseas vineyard properties, Christie’s International Real Estate, the only global luxury real estate network wholly owned by a fine art auction house, launches of an innovative advisory service for international buyers of … Read more

Limited-edition release of Ron Barceló Imperial premium blend 30 aniversario

Ron Barceló celebrates 30 Years since the introduction of Ron Barceló Imperial with a Limited-Edition release of Ron Barceló Imperial Premium Blend 30 Aniversario. Aged in barrels made from selected cuts of white oak, these reserves, some from the prestigious Bordeaux house of Château d’Yquem, each with different grades of toasting, were blended to create … Read more

China’s spectacular thirst for Bordeaux wines and chateaux

More than 12 Bordeaux chateaux – in various stages of acquisition by Chinese investors In and around French wine region Bordeaux, more than 12 chateaux are in various stages of acquisition by Chinese investors, according to the Bordeaux Chamber of Commerce (CCIB), which operates a China desk to assist would-be investors in the region. Chateau … Read more

Boom Bordeaux: China surpassed Germany to become the world’s largest Bordeaux importer

Booming China is number one Bordeaux importer According to figures released by the Bordeaux Wine Industry Association (CIVB), last year China surpassed Germany to become the world’s largest importer of French Bordeaux wines in terms of wine volume as well as transaction volume. Mainland China now buys some 10 percent of all exports from the … Read more