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Cognac stands firm
Since 2020 and the onset of the pandemic, the Cognac industry has been rocked by one crisis after another. Cash flow has been bled dry, transactions have dwindled and prospects are pretty lacklustre in its two key markets, the United States and China. For all that, Cognac has lost nothing of its global aura. And as the industry members we spoke to confirmed, there are reasons for hope, particularly for those active in France and Europe.
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.
Jean Geiler celebrates its 100th anniversary: a century of passion, terroirs and connections
Some anniversaries matter more than others. On Saturday, June 27, 2026, the Jean Geiler cellar threw open its doors at 45 rue de la République in Ingersheim to celebrate a milestone few houses can claim: a full century of existence. The Gilbert & Gaillard team was delighted to stand alongside this loyal partner to raise a glass to 100 years of Alsatian excellence.
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.
Bourgogne – a treasure trove of talent and taste
While Burgundy’s fame rests on a handful of celebrated names, the numbers tell a different story. Of the region’s 84 AOCs, the regional appellation alone covers nearly 50% of bearing acreage and 53% of volumes. It is this sheer magnitude that makes the ‘Bourgogne’ appellation – and its iterations – a true treasure trove of accessible wines from every corner of the region.
How Italy’s spirits and liqueurs are staging a powerful comeback?
Their revival is underpinned by the rediscovery of traditional recipes revisited through modern distillation techniques. These iconic drinks have gained in complexity, supported by higher quality standards and traceability. Join us as we drill down on them in our report.
Vinexpo Asia 2026: Hong Kong Holds Its Ground in Asia
The tenth edition of Vinexpo Asia confirmed, from 26 to 28 May at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, its standing as an essential crossroads for wine and spirits in Asia-Pacific. Less euphoria, more maturity: in a demanding climate, the fair held its course and reminded a sector in search of bearings that, to sell, you must first meet.