The 2024 report, Women in the Australian Wine Sector, conducted by Dr Jeremy Galbreath of Strateos Group and funded by Wine Australia, shows significant increases in female representation across CEO, winemaking, viticulture, and marketing roles A decade after one of the world’s first studies on gender representation in the Australian[Read More…]
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Wine Australia tests feasibility of alternatives to glass bottles for premium wine
The grants have been issued as part of the Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) As the Australian wine sector moves towards its emissions reduction targets, six innovative packaging solutions for premium wine have been awarded Federal Government grants to test their feasibility. The grants have been issued as part[Read More…]
JDSS elevates wine culture in Thailand with new offerings
This collection features premium varieties from the esteemed Margaret River region in Western Australia, such as Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Shiraz, and Cabernet Merlot JDSS, a premier wine and spirits import and distribution company in Asia, announced its exclusive distribution agreements with several prominent wine brands. Effective immediately, JDSS will manage all[Read More…]
Australia’s wine exports exceed $2.5 billion in 2024
Strong return to mainland China offsets declines in other markets In the 12 months that ended December 2024, Australian wine exports increased by 34 per cent in value to $2.55 billion and by 7 per cent in volume to 649 million litres, according to Wine Australia’s Export Report. The increase[Read More…]
UPM Raflatac unveils swatchbooks for wine, spirits and beverage
The swatchbooks include UPM Raflatac’s SmartChoice paper and filmic solutions UPM Raflatac announces the launch of its new swatchbooks for wine, spirits, beverage and premium labeling. The swatchbooks, available in a compact and larger-scale format in the EMEIA market, allow printers, brands and designers to assess the texture, colour and[Read More…]
Australia’s record-breaking wine exports to China
In November 2024 alone, South Australian wineries sold 11.8 million litres of wine, valued at more than $93 million Recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that South Australian exports to China have reached new record levels. The state’s efforts to diversify its markets are proving successful,[Read More…]
Alto Adige Wines announces new UGA classification
86 specified geographical sites have been recognised by the Italian Ministry of Agriculture as Additional Geographical Units (UGAs) Nestled in Italy’s northeastern corner, Alto Adige—one of the country’s smallest yet most innovative wine-producing regions—is making an important step forward with a new addition to its overarching Alto Adige DOC designation. The Consorzio Alto[Read More…]
Australian wine sector sees signs of adjustment, but red stocks remain high
Australian Wine Production, Sales and Inventory Report 2023-24 Total sales of Australian wine exceeded production for the second year in a row, following successive small vintages, according to the Australian Wine Production, Sales and Inventory Report 2024 released by Wine Australia. Wine production was just over 1 billion litres (116[Read More…]
Half a billion dollars worth of wine exports to China from South Australia
Wine exports from South Australia to all markets exceeded $1.7 billion, marking a 38 per cent increase compared to the previous year South Australian exporters sold $558 million worth of wine to China in the 12 months leading up to October, with over 99 per cent of those sales occurring[Read More…]
Australia’s red meat exports set for record high in 2024–25
This achievement is closely tied to the improved trade relationship with China, following the removal of suspensions on Australian meat processing establishments, which has significantly boosted exports to the region Australia’s red meat exports are projected to reach record levels in 2024–25, according to the latest data from the Australian[Read More…]
