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Freedom of information documents show that alcohol marketing restrictions were removed from the UK Government’s 10 Year Health Plan shortly before publication. Letters from major drinks companies and trade bodies warned ministers that tighter advertising rules would harm growth and investment. The post Alcohol ad restrictions dropped after industry lobbying, FOI reveals appeared first on …

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Consumers Barred From Receiving Wine Shipments in Arizona February 18, 2026 (Washington, D.C.) — The Supreme Court of the United States is set to consider a petition for certiorari in […]

Every January, the Sovos ShipCompliant DTC Wine Shipping Report and the SVB State of the U.S. Wine Industry Report give us a snapshot of where the wine industry is headed. And this year, the message is surprisingly encouraging: the wineries leaning into clarity, connection, and operational consistency are the ones gaining ground. Consumer behavior is …

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February 18, 2026 (Hopland, CA) — VIÑA CONCHA Y TORO USA (VCT USA) today announced the promotion of Brian Dorn to Senior Vice President of Sales, marking a significant step in the company’s continued evolution […]

February 18, 2026 (Wausau, WI) — Wausau Coated Products, Inc., a leading independent manufacturer of adhesive-based label products, is proud to announce the launch of our newest innovation: the 73# […]

Award-Winning Actress, Television Host, and Entrepreneur to Moderate Fireside Chat with Keynote Speaker Roy Choi February 18, 2026 (Las Vegas, NV) — Questex, the producer of the 2026 Bar & […]

Greg Sherwood MW: Is the fine wine market starting to bounce back?

Drawing on years of collaboration, Richards and Director of Vineyard Operations Andrew Opatz will lead the next chapter of the famed Pritchard Hill estate. February 18, 2026 (St. Helena, CA) […]

A coalition of some of the world’s largest spirits suppliers owes over $35 million CAD — or $30 million USD — to the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), the Toronto Star reported. A judge ruled that members of the trade body Spirits Canada, including Diageo, Campari, and Bacardi, must refund the LCBO after disobeying …

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February 18, 2026 (Los Angeles, CA) — The Festival of Undiscovered Grapes, recently named the #2 Best Wine Festival in the U.S. by USA Today 10Best, has successfully completed its first-ever San Jose […]