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Interview, Alan's Wines chairman Alan Wang 12 Jun 2017

Andy Morton

Alan Wang is the founder of Alan's Wines & Spirits, which has 86 off-premise sites across China. just-drinks sat down with him during the 2017 China Food & Drinks Fair in Chengdu, where he spoke about the changing face of the Chinese consumer and reveals what he looks for in wine before allowing it on his shelves.

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Concha y Toro's Asia CEO - Interview 23 Mar 2016

Andy Morton

Ask a Chinese person about Chile and they will immediately mention one thing - cherries. The country is famous in China for its red cherries, which people see as wholesome and healthy. Chilean wine, however, is quickly catching up in the recognition stakes. According to Wines of Chile, exports to China increased by 47% last year, and the country now ranks as the third-biggest market for bottled Chilean wine.

Premiumising pushes Chinese juice brands ahead 22 Jun 2017

Andy Morton

Foreign-owned juice brands in China are losing out as domestic rivals prove more adept at premiumising, a new report has said.

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Russia, Ukraine recovery helps drive Liviko FY16 22 Jun 2017

Andy Morton

Estonian spirits company Liviko has highlighted a recovery in Ukraine and Russia as it boosted 2016 sales and profits.

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South Africa's DGB teams up with COFCO in China 20 Jun 2017

Andy Morton

South African multi-category operator DGB has signed a distribution deal with COFCO, China's biggest importer.

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Vinexpo partners with Chinese e-tailer Alibaba 19 Jun 2017

Olly Wehring

Vinexpo has secured official partner status for its wine and spirits exhibition with Chinese e-tail giant Alibaba Group.

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India's HCCB pledges "total beverage" focus 14 Jun 2017

Andy Morton

Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages has backed The Coca-Cola Co’s strategy to become a total beverage company as it looks to move away from carbonated soft drinks.

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India's Kerala eases alcohol ban - report 9 Jun 2017

Lucy Britner

The southern Indian state of Kerala has relaxed a ban on the sale and consumption of alcohol, according to reports.