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Ferrer Wines: Building a new premium Spanish wine powerhouse

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26 Oct 2026

Ferrer Wines: Building a new premium Spanish wine powerhouse
Wine has long been woven into the history of the Ferrer family, but today marks a decisive turning point. After selling its stake in Freixenet to Germany's Henkell – now the sole owner of the flagship Cava house founded by the Ferrer family at the end of the 19th century – the family has chosen to reinvest the estimated €30 million proceeds into its own venture, Ferrer Wines. Ferran Ribalta Riu, managing director of the company, shares insights into this new chapter for the family business, determined to secure its place in the constellation of leading international wine companies.
The architecture of ambition: how Italian Wine Brands is reshaping the Italian model

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05 Oct 2026

The architecture of ambition: how Italian Wine Brands is reshaping the Italian model
Listed on the Milan stock exchange, Italian Wine Brands has rapidly evolved into a cornerstone of the industry. Its president and CEO, Alessandro Multinelli, operates on a simple premise: to thrive in a global marketplace, the sheer diversity of Italian wine must be backed by a corporate scale capable of competing with the world’s largest international groups.
Laura Catena: "If they defeat wine, they defeat our historical civilisation – wine is sacred in many cultures"

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11 Aug 2026

Laura Catena: "If they defeat wine, they defeat our historical civilisation – wine is sacred in many cultures"
Laura Catena is the CEO and founder of the Catena Institute of Wine in Argentina. She is also a biologist, graduating magna cum laude from Harvard University, and holds a medical degree from Stanford University, which explains her passion for promoting the health benefits of wine.
Art laietà, where authenticity has a unique flavour

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06 Jul 2026

Art laietà, where authenticity has a unique flavour
Bodega Art Laietà is nothing short of a miracle. Just 12 kilometres from Barcelona, nestled within a national park that shields it from urban sprawl, the uniquely styled winery rises unexpectedly from the surrounding woodland. Its eco-friendly wines are crafted in the most natural way and act as a magnet for visitors and consumers, from near and far.
Morlet Family Vineyards Where excellence comes second nature

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04 Feb 2026

Morlet Family Vineyards Where excellence comes second nature
It’s hard not to be fascinated by producers who transcend borders, fusing ancient heritage and technical mastery with the energy of new-found vineyard sites. Morlet Family Vineyards, tucked into the heart of Napa Valley in California, effortlessly embodies that fusion.
Young professionals, young drinkers: bridging the gap for wine’s future

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08 Sep 2025

Young professionals, young drinkers: bridging the gap for wine’s future
As marketing gurus around the world debate the best options for reaching out to younger consumers, an Italian association of young wine entrepreneurs is not just talking the talk but walking the walk.
Argentina Wine Expo 2025, Over 120 Argentine bodegas at a Major Fair in Mendoza

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04 Sep 2025

Argentina Wine Expo 2025, Over 120 Argentine bodegas at a Major Fair in Mendoza
More than 4,000 people attended one of Argentina’s most significant wine events, where over 500 labels from all regions of the South American country were tasted.