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Shifting Consumption Patterns Redefine the Global Drinks Industry in 2025
IWSR data reveals falling alcohol spending in 2025, driven by economic pressure and changing habits, as no-alcohol and RTDs outperform traditional categories. Read more...
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Oversupply Signals in Italy’s Wine Sector: What High Stocks Mean for 2026
High wine inventories in Italy continue to pressure exports and pricing in 2026. Discover key trends, regional data, and what it means for wineries and global markets. Read more...
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Prosecco DOC Expands Global Reach with Strong Growth in 2025
Italian wine exports decline, but Prosecco DOC rises with strong global growth. Explore export markets, emerging trends, and sustainability strategies shaping 2026. Read more...
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Wine Industry Trends – How Changing Consumers Are Redefining Growth
Discover how global wine markets are evolving as moderation, economic pressures, and changing consumer habits drive premium wine demand, innovation, and new growth segments. Read more...
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How Moldova Is Quietly Rewriting Its Wine Export Story
Moldova is shipping less wine than ever and earning more from it. A deep dive into Q1 2026 export data reveals a decade of premiumisation, the explosive rise of Moldovan... Read more...
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Why the 1945 Romanée-Conti Is the Most Coveted Wine in the World
The legendary 1945 Romanée-Conti sets a new auction record. Discover why this ultra-rare Burgundy vintage commands record prices and global collector demand. Read more...
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Global Wine Exports Decline Sharply in 2025 Amid Market Pressures
Global wine exports declined sharply in 2025, with both value and volume falling amid weaker demand, price pressure, and shifting consumer trends worldwide. Read more...
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EU-Australia Free Trade Deal Opens New Horizons for Wine Industry
EU and Australia finalize a free trade agreement boosting wine trade. Tariffs removed, GI protection strengthened, and regulatory cooperation improved for exporters. Read more...
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FIFA World Cup 2026 – A Global Stage for Football, Wine, and Beverage Giants
The 2026 FIFA World Cup blends football with global beverage culture, featuring Taittinger, AB InBev, and Diageo in a worldwide celebration. Read more...
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Italian Spirits Exports Surge to €1.75 Billion as Global Position Strengthens
Italian spirits exports hit €1.75 billion in 2024, making Italy the world’s fifth-largest exporter. Discover key markets, growth trends, and future outlook. Read more...
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Wine Prices vs Inflation – Why Italy Tells a Different Story
Explore why wine prices in Italy have risen far less than in other European countries, despite inflation, and what this means for consumption and market dynamics. Read more...
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Tuscany Embraces Sparkling Wines – A Historic Shift for Toscana IGT
Tuscany expands its wine identity with the introduction of sparkling Toscana IGT wines, combining tradition with innovation and targeting global demand for premium bubbles. Read more...