Up until the 1980s, customers brought their returnable bottles of wine back to their retailer in France. The custom gradually died out, but is now returning in a different form, referred to as re-use. But what does this refer to, and how does the system work? What are the benefits and the challenges? We take […]
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The wine list for premium class passengers is a strategic resource for airlines and one that continues to gain in prestige. A booming market, it mobilises substantial investments, propelling some wineries towards new horizons. Contents: A high-flying magnet for passengers The seats are reclined and the lighting subdued – in first class, the flight attendant […]
With sales of still wines remaining lacklustre, Crémants are in festive mood. As an affordable alternative to Champagne, the broad-ranging category is consolidating its quality and intends to secure fair pricing for its wines. Contents: Record sales Champagne may well reign supreme throughout the festive season, but it is no longer the only sparkling wine […]
The glass industry is using a range of processes – including less energy-intensive techniques, increased recycling and slimmed down bottles – to reduce its carbon footprint. The wine industry is reaping the benefits too. Contents: A well-charted roadmap Packaging is currently the source of 30 to 40% of carbon emissions in the wine industry. But […]
As warm, sunny days return they usher in rosé wines, which remain as popular as ever. After a slight slowdown, the global market is showing signs of bouncing back. New areas of growth have emerged, whilst the appellations of Provence continue to make inroads in the premium segment. Contents: Dynamic consumption trends and geographical renewal […]
Even in a notoriously traditional sector like wine, artificial intelligence is gaining steam, as exemplified by the increasing number of solutions designed by innovative start-ups. There is no denying that when used wisely, the solutions can help members of the wine industry cope with multiple challenges, quickly and efficiently. Contents: Using AI The fundamental principle […]
Bordeaux has always been one of the most talked about wine regions in the world. Boasting 65 appellations, it is home to some incredible vineyard sites. But how does the Left Bank compare with the Right, and with Entre-Deux-Mers? (Re)discover this storied wine region. Contents: An overview of present-day Bordeaux The Bordeaux wine region covers […]
Are you familiar with Burgundy’s ‘Climats’? As a clue, it has nothing to do with the weather, but rather a treasure trove of wines. But which wines are we talking about in particular? And what is their history? We take a closer look at a wine region which has just dedicated three different venues to […]
What do Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, Switzerland, India and the United Kingdom have in common? They are all challengers identified by FranceAgriMer in its latest competitive intelligence report on the global wine market. Why? What is their potential? We take a closer look at a group of very different producer countries. Contents: The key strengths of […]
Every year, in France and around the world, a plethora of competitions – from the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles to Millésime Bio Challenge, the Mâcon fine wine competition and the International Best Wine in Box competition – award medals to wines. But what is their significance? Which distribution channels are they best suited to and […]