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Monday July 19 2021 - Industry issues by Vitisphere

France makes first move to appease Champagne/shampanskoïe dispute

“We are hopeful that the translation of OIV's work into Russian [...] will encourage the Russian Federation to adopt wine standards that fully comply with international standards”, said a French diplomat.
Friday July 16 2021 - marketing by Vitisphere

Graves wines launch their Ambassadors selection, chosen by and for consumers

With 13 labels for its first edition in 2021, the ‘Ambassadeurs de Graves’ scheme will be able to accommodate more wines in the future.

Thursday July 15 2021 - Expert advice by Vitisphere

As harvest season approaches, how is the bulk wine market performing?

“Stocks are not such a worry as they were at the end of 2020”, stresses Rafael del Rey.
Wednesday July 14 2021 - marketing by Vitisphere

ALDI’s Champagne sorbet goes sour

Protecting consumers and appellations, the German justice system followed the recommendation of the CJEU and recognised that in this case, the name ‘Champagner Sorbet’ was contrary to the provisions of European regulations.
Tuesday July 13 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

AOC wines now eligible for grape varieties with resistance to downy and powdery mildew
Monday July 12 2021 - Industry issues by Vitisphere

Vladimir Putin’s ‘champanskoïé’ coup described as the “most significant usurpation of a wine appellation in history”

The Russian law not only destabilises the Champagne industry, it also provides geographical indication experts with an unprecedented case study.
Friday July 09 2021 - wine Tourism by Vitisphere

Burgundy’s wine centres reveal their funding, and visitor targets

The BIVB officially approved the wine tourism projects in December 2016 but they have been in the planning process since 2010.
Thursday July 08 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

How climate change is changing the nursery profession

The profession is changing, not to mention weather incidents. “The risks of frost and flooding are increasing, putting our production at risk”.
Wednesday July 07 2021 - Business by Vitisphere

Gérard Bertrand unveils a new ‘sanctuary’ for making his premium rosé

The entire vineyard is farmed organically and biodynamically and tillage is handled by Banzaï, the property's Poitevin draft horse.
Tuesday July 06 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

Substantial damage caused by a tornado in the Loire Valley prompts community spirit

The consequences of the tornado include the loss of crops, buildings and equipment destroyed and time needed to repair the damage.
Monday July 05 2021 - Industry issues by Vitisphere

EU Commissioner explains the new CAP to the wine industry

For de-alcoholisation and labelling, “at this stage, it is a political agreement. The detailed provisions for the application of this agreement will be decided later by the Commission”, warns Janusz Wojciechowski.
Friday July 02 2021 - marketing by Vitisphere

Vins de France looks to cocktails to promote awareness

The cocktails also seek to leverage the trend for no-low alcohol drinks
Thursday July 01 2021 - Business by Vitisphere
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Tutiac, the official, albeit low-profile wine of the Tour de France

The partnership is not only designed to raise awareness of Tutiac wines and give them shelf stand-out in France, it also allows the winery to develop its export positioning.

Wednesday June 30 2021 - Business by Vitisphere

First Cognac matured in steam-toasted barrels hits the market

Providing proof that there is still room for innovation in the Cognac appellation area, Jérôme Durand claims, “Our role is to innovate, that's why we’re here”.
Tuesday June 29 2021 - distribution by Vitisphere

Vivino doubled its online sales during the pandemic

From buyers’ own brands to small, boutique-scale artisanal wines, “the ability to rate everything is a good thing for the industry”, claims Heini Zachariassen.

Monday June 28 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

Four disease-resistant grape varieties find fast track to French AOC recognition

For Christian Huyghe, Resdur grape varieties must rise to the “challenge of making France a benchmark in producing wine with a low environmental impact”.
Friday June 25 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

The environmental endorsement Terra Vitis now covers 5% of French vineyards

A new director, Anne-Laure Ferroir, has also just been recruited by Terra Vitis.
Thursday June 24 2021 - Industry issues by Vitisphere

Dijon officialises a “quality application” to host the UN of Wine

OIV is expected to announce the selected city on 12 July, the day after its next general assembly.
Wednesday June 23 2021 - marketing by Vitisphere

Rhone wines open Chinese promotion office

At the June AGM, Philippe Pellaton explained that this decision is part of the board’s “support for market recovery, stimulus of demand and activation of a preference for the Rhone Valley wine region”.
Tuesday June 22 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

RNA emerges as a new way of combatting flavescence dorée in vineyards

Using RNA technology, the ability of the S. titanus leafhopper to transmit flavescence dorée phytoplasma to grapevines could be eliminated.
Monday June 21 2021 - Market conditions by Vitisphere

French wine exports perform (exceptionally) well since US taxes were lifted

Among appellation wine regions, Bordeaux has witnessed a sharp increase in shipments since the lifting of taxes, to 24,900 hectolitres and €36.3 million in April 2021.
Friday June 18 2021 - Wine people by Vitisphere

Enhancing synergies between the three Provence appellations

“Every time a consumer dies, it's a red wine consumer. And every time a consumer is born, it's a rosé wine consumer!” quips Olivier Nasles.
Thursday June 17 2021 - Business by Vitisphere

Hennessy Cognac intends to double its profits in 10 years

By 2030, Hennessy also intends to be carbon neutral, reducing its emissions by 50%.

Wednesday June 16 2021 - Industry issues by Vitisphere

The wine industry triumphs in CAP reform

“We have succeeded in reintroducing the possibility of adding sustainability restrictions to production specifications, on a voluntary basis”, said a delighted Irène Torellet.

Tuesday June 15 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

European manifesto: growers of own-rooted vineyards seek endorsement and UNESCO classification

“It is no accident that these winegrowers, who represent the crème de la crème, all have own-rooted vines”, says Loïc Pasquet.
Monday June 14 2021 - Industry issues by Vitisphere

Bordeaux, Dijon and Reims compete to house headquarters of the UN of wine, OIV

The French State, which houses OIV headquarters by international agreement, pays the rent for the organisation and must now find a permanent solution.
Friday June 11 2021 - Equipment by Vitisphere

Prominent distributor takes over sales of keg wines in France

OneCircle has been marketing to France since 2015, and to date has sold 500,000 KeyKegs per year to 300 French customers, 65% of them brewery operators and 35% in the wine industry.
Thursday June 10 2021 - wine Tourism by Vitisphere

10,000-visitor target for 2021 at Pressoria, the Champagne wine interpretation centre

Tickets are on sale at €16 per adult and €8.5 per child aged 6 and over.
Wednesday June 09 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

Controversy over efficacy of Genodics technique against vine esca

Genodics promises a refund if the spread of the disease does not slow down by at least 30%.

Tuesday June 08 2021 - Industry issues by Vitisphere

Another month until French wines can be permanently freed from Trump taxes

In the coming weeks, “we hope to make progress towards the resolution of these conflicts, which is our desired outcome”, concludes a ministerial source.

Monday June 07 2021 - Business by Vitisphere

Buzet co-op buys Rigal and leverages AdVini’s export reach

The Buzet and Rigal brands will remain independent – both in terms of locations and staff – and will be supported in overseas markets by AdVini's export offices.

Friday June 04 2021 - Equipment by Vitisphere

Wrap your vines in a fleece to protect them against the frost!

“We have two problems to solve”, says Emmanuel Ogereau: “The wind and the time it takes to install the fleece. It took us 50 hours with several people”.
Thursday June 03 2021 - Vine growing by Vitisphere

The Breton wine industry becomes more structured and professional

Breton winegrowers range in backgrounds from newcomers seeking a change of career to Breton farmers aiming to diversify into winegrowing.
Wednesday June 02 2021 - Culture and Wine by Vitisphere

Growing vines in France to revive Iran’s wine culture

After establishing a Persian-inspired winery in France, Masrour Makaremi's goal is to plant a vineyard in Iran.
Tuesday June 01 2021 - Equipment by Vitisphere

Sitevi marks the return of the major technical exhibitions

Several major companies have confirmed they will be attending Sitevi.
Monday May 31 2021 - Land management by Vitisphere

Covid has a significant impact on prices of French vineyards

The price of vines outside appellation boundaries rose by 0.9% (to €14,500/ha), following a “gradual upturn over the last 10 years” commented land registry agency SAFER.
Friday May 28 2021 - Market conditions by Vitisphere

“Will the market respond to the huge influx of organic wines from Bordeaux?”

“Bordeaux is home to every type of winegrowing and they should all be promoted because there is no such thing as a single model”, claims Bernard Farges.
Thursday May 27 2021 - Equipment by Vitisphere

Maturing wines in amphorae produced with a 3-D printer

To optimise the space required in wineries, Quentin Joly explains that the company can also design square tanks.
Wednesday May 26 2021 - Business by Vitisphere

€40,000 raised for a 100% Parisian wine

In 2021, Pif à Papa should market a dozen labels, including three from Ile-de-France. Partnership arrangements have been signed with three winegrowers in the Ile de France region.
Tuesday May 25 2021 - Business by Vitisphere

How the Rosé Piscine brand of rosé on ice became a runaway success, and spearheads the French wine range in Brazil

To mark its success in the Brazilian market, Rosé Piscine is releasing its first limited edition label with a sleeve featuring the colourful waves of Copa Cabana beach.
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