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Would you believe it if we told you there are similarities between the work of STELVIN®'s teams and the work of winemakers? 🍇 You might find the answer surprising! The story of a shared passion highlights our 4 core principles, what sets us apart in our industry and most importantly why we understand our clients' needs. ➡The first core principle is crucial: Like winemakers, to create a quality product, we have to carefully select the raw materials we are going to use. This step is essential, and we always strive for the very best. Stay tuned to find out what the next 3 core principles are! #STELVIN #Amcor #Amcorcapsule #StelvinCapsule #coreprinciples #60yearanniversary

My second article is now posted on WineBusiness.com. I had a great time talking with Adam Schulz of Incredible Wine Co. about Washington's response to current oversupply and Glenn Proctor of Ciatti Company about the state of the California market. Make sure to give it a read!

Is there a checklist that any winery needs to have to be successful at fine wine distribution? When you are at the top of the pyramid, do you still need to invest relentlessly in your brand? Do you see the secondary market being a hindrance or a help for fine wine?⁠ ⁠ We discuss this - and more - with Don St Pierre of AdaptEdge, a consulting firm providing strategic direction for building distribution channels: https://bit.ly/ILPBep5

It should come as no surprise that craft distillers are facing significant challenges in a rapidly evolving industry, with distribution consolidation and stagnant regulations creating roadblocks. In this article, my colleague and dear friend Mark Harmann (National Sales Director of the IDN), emphasizes that smaller markets often offer better opportunities for craft brands than larger, saturated markets. He highlights the critical importance of the distribution channel and finding the right distribution partner, as mid-sized distributors can provide a valuable path for regional expansion. Craft brands must innovate and strategically navigate these obstacles to survive and thrive in this competitive landscape. #CraftSpirits #Distribution #Innovation #IDNDist https://lnkd.in/eW7TUarn

There are a ton of these articles about the next bust cycle in the #whisky #whiskey industry due to a major shift in supply and demand trends over the past couple of years but this one is well worth the read from Dave Broom. In this article, he highlights the need for more affordable quality whiskies to weather the upcoming storm, with a strong focus on educating and engaging new consumers. However, while this may be particularly true for newer categories like #AmericanWhiskey, #IrishWhiskey and developing whiskey markets, there are plenty of opportunities and continuing demand for more premium whiskies (as we can see at BAXUS) particularly as there remains a massive gap between what the consumer wants, and what the system offers them in traditional retail - particularly markets like The U.S. and Australia. A great time to be a whisk(e)y drinker as there are going to be some incredible prices over the coming holiday season and into 2025... #DrinksIndustry #IndustryTrends #BoomandBust

Downtown Detroit wine shop and bar House of Pure Vin will close at the end of the month. Read more about the business in Crain's Detroit Business https://lnkd.in/gfTj8_UK

There are a few extra nuances in the U.S. market, but this is an excellent distillation of the trends at work in the major wine markets, globally.

And without further a stocking-stuffed second, here's the results of our mince-pie tasting extravaganza! And yes, 5 mince pies was a lot to stuff in one sitting but we're dedicated to the cause... #PRagency #publicrelations #PRtips #franchisePR #ContentCreation #MincePies #ItsChristmas

“Age is just a number. It’s totally irrelevant unless, of course, you happen to be a bottle of wine.” Joan Collins #LivingLovingLife #GreatResignation #OnlineIncomeOpportunity #WorkFromAnywhere #OnlineBusinessSolution #worksmarternotharder - - #SimonAndLeeAnne #LifestyleLoveAndBeyond #LaptopLifestyle #PortableOnlineBusiness #SimonHaggard #LeeAnneHaggard #LovingLifeNow #lifestylebiz

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