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Which was the global performance of alcoholic drinks?

May 17, 2013

Euromonitor International made a report on the global performance of wine, beer, spirits, cider, and ready-to-drink products. In short, it reveals that 251 billion liters of alcoholic drinks were consumed in 2012, mainly in China, United States, Brazil, Russia and Germany.

Argentina harvested 28% more of grapes than in 2012

May 15, 2013

Its yield went from 22 million of quintals last year to 28 million in 2013. According to the president of the National Institute of Viticulture, Guillermo García, the quality of this harvest is outstanding. Moreover, he made an analysis of the current situation of the domestic and foreign market.

World’s 50 best designs of wine bottles

May 13, 2013

Not only packaging is important, but the first impression does count, and on a shelf crowed with wines, it could be decisive when it comes to buying wine. See below a selection of the best designs under the sun.

Moscato, Malbec and sweet red blends, the hottest varietals in US

May 7, 2013

This came from a report made by Liz Thach, Master of Wine, published in her web page. There, she presents the trends in the US wine industry in 2013. See below all the details.

Sweet wines, an upward trend in consumption

May 6, 2013

Until recently, they have been ignored by consumers. The search for new alternatives to traditional red and white wines is propelling this segment. They are ideal to pair with dessert and cheeses.

2013 began with great investments

April 30, 2013 by Laura Saieg

They are made by Alto Las Hormigas, Piattelli, Tierra Colorada, Alpasion and Dominio del Plata wineries, which bet on the extension of the current capacity. Besides, a restaurant and a new project in Salta.

Malbec, leader in the US consumers’ preferences

April 19, 2013

Whereas Chardonnay is losing ground, according to a research conducted by Napa Technology in the United States.

With a consolidated Malbec, the world celebrates its day

April 17, 2013 by Laura Saieg

The area cultivated with Malbec was doubled in a decade. It is Argentina’s most exported grape variety and last year it accounted for 54% of the exports of varietal wines in value. In its day, winemakers pay tribute to it, spotlighting its special features.

In search of new markets, Tucumán goes for the wine industry

April 17, 2013

The productive diversification of the province is a bridge to new economic horizons and possibilities to increase revenues as regards sales. A new bill concerning wine production has been submitted in order to promote Tucumán wines.