Afternoon Brief, December 18

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Sour Grapes and Silver Linings
To the extent that the wine sales slump has been driven by the economy, there is not likely to be much improvement in the near term. However, there could be some progress in the grape market, as the small crush will help to reduce excess wine inventory and vineyard removals will bring supply into closer alignment with demand…
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A Tribute to Alberto Migliardi
The wine industry lost a respected voice and a deeply valued colleague with the unexpected passing of Alberto Migliardi. In 2015, Alberto helped establish APS Packaging with a clear vision: to offer innovative bottling and packaging solutions while building genuine, long-term relationships within the wine, spirits, and beverage industries…
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Saxco and Revino Partner to Expand Sustainable Glass Packaging Options for Wine Producers
Saxco, a leading provider of packaging solutions to the wine, spirits, beer and beverage industries, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Revino, a pioneer in reusable wine bottle systems, to deliver sustainable glass packaging choices for wine producers throughout the United States…
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