While India doesn’t have the most ideal climate for growing wine grapes, its local industry is growing at a rate that more established countries can only envy. Subhash Arora looks at what’s driving the growth and how the industry is responding.
By Felicity Carter for Meininger's Wine Business International
Winemaking has a long and checkered history in Russia, from being a source of sparkling wine for the tsar’s family, to providing Soviet champagne for the masses. Now, finds Felicity Carter, new investment is taking it into a new era.
By Adam Lechmere for Meininger's Wine Business International
All wine regions face difficulties, but nothing as challenging as being in the path of relentless conflict. Lebanon, an ancient winemaking country, is nevertheless emerging as a star.
The oldest wine area in Chile has suffered the indignity of being built over for housing. Yet this valley, known for the strength of its Cabernet Sauvignon, is finding a new route to greatness – literally moving up in the world.
By Maggie Rosen for Meininger's Wine Business International
New York’s fine wine producers are attracting national – and international – attention; but they still relish the thrill of breaking into the toughest market: New York City.
In a world rocked by financial crises, China sounds more and more appealing as a place to invest. The wine industry has been swift to seek places to plant grapes and make wine. But, says Jim Boyce, not everything you hear about China should be taken at face value.
Several countries vie for the title of ‘birthplace of wine’, but new evidence suggests that Armenia is the winner. And now a new producer aims to bring modern winemaking to the country.
By Felicity Carter for Meininger's Wine Business International
Champagne, Cava and Prosecco clearly lead the international pack of sparkling wines. Italy’s Trentino is trying to compete by creating a brand from its high altitude vineyards. Felicity Carter considers the prospects for Trentodoc
The crisis of 2008 hit Champagne hard, as few people wanted to be seen drinking it. But despite the dire predictions that Champagne’s sales would tumble, the region has bounced back. Giles Fallowfield looks at what makes Champagne so successful.
Franciacorta, a DOCG region in Lombardy, is rapidly emerging as a fine sparkling wine area. How did one region built a big reputation in a small amount of time? And could its experience could act as a road map for other regions?
