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US: OREGON WINE SALES UP FOR 20TH YEAR
February, 22, 2012
(Thedrinksbusiness) - Sales of Oregon wines are expected to rise by 7%-10% this year, marking 20 straight years of growth for the American state.The prediction comes from Silicon Valley Bank, which surveyed winery owners in Oregon, Washington and California. “Tasting room visits at Oregon winer...
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US: Idaho: Emergency legislation would remove little-known tax on free sips of wine at tastings
February, 22, 2012
(Spokesman) - Roger Batt, lobbyist for the Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers, told the House Revenue & Taxation Committee today that Idaho wineries were surprised last August to receive a letter from the Idaho State Tax Commission, telling them go through their records going back three years, t...
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Are Americans' Tastes Changing?
February, 22, 2012
(WineSpectator) - Did you happen to notice the announcements a few weeks ago about how Starbucks and Peet's are now offering lighter-roast coffees? This was no small thing, and I confess that it took me by surprise. Now, I do not consider myself any sort of coffee connoisseur. Oh sure, I buy whole b...
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Petrus Vies With Ausone as $11 Million Wine Sales Move to California, U.K.
February, 21, 2012
(Bloomberg) - The most expensive Pomerol producers Chateau Petrus and Le Pin are competing with Bordeaux first- growth Chateau Lafite-Rothschild, Saint-Emilion estate Chateau Ausone and top Burgundies at sales worth as much as $11 million. Five auctions are scheduled this week in London, New York a...
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Critics see red over early Brunello previews
February, 21, 2012
(Decanter) - Previews of the 2007 Brunello di Montalcino vintage for the 'privileged few' have sparked fury among wine critics and bloggers. It has been revealed that a number of wine publications and critics have been allowed to taste the 2007 vintage before the official presentation at Benvenuto B...
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US: Local vintners ask: What makes a winery?
February, 21, 2012
(LodiNews) - During a beautiful summer wedding set off by scenic Lodi vineyards, what should be the focus of the day? According to current San Joaquin County codes, it’s not the bride. It’s the 2008 Cabernet being served with dinner. Local winemakers are wondering how to draw the line between...
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Gaming billionaire ups stake in Treasury Wine Estates
February, 21, 2012
(Decanter) - Casino and gaming billionaire, James Packer, has increased his stake in the world's second largest wine producer, Treasury Wine Estates.The move pushed shares up 3% to $3.80 to hit a three-month high, leading to speculation in the Australian media that its wine industry's fortunes are i...
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US: Free the Grapes in Massachusetts! Wine Direct Shipping Bill Languishes in Committee, Flouting Federal Court Ruling, Delaying
February, 21, 2012
(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Introduced in 2011, wine direct shipping House Bill 1029 is languishing in committee, according to Free the Grapes!, a national coalition of wine lovers, wineries and wine merchants. The bill has the potential to generate significant new revenues, would bring the Commonwealth into...
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US: OREGON WINE SALES UP FOR 20TH YEAR

US: Idaho: Emergency legislation would remove little-known tax on free sips of wine at tastings

Are Americans' Tastes Changing?

Petrus Vies With Ausone as $11 Million Wine Sales Move to California, U.K.

Critics see red over early Brunello previews

US: Local vintners ask: What makes a winery?

Gaming billionaire ups stake in Treasury Wine Estates

US: Free the Grapes in Massachusetts! Wine Direct Shipping Bill Languishes in Committee, Flouting Federal Court Ruling, Delaying

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