[BND] Kane's Beverage News Daily

Good Morning and Happy Saturday, July 11, 2025.

Suppliers - Not Wholesalers – Said Key to Brand Building Success

The collapse of Republic National Distributing Co., which was triggered by Sazerac Co.'s decision in late 2022 to leave RNDC for a network of 12 wholesalers in roughly 30 states, has triggered a major shift in the way brands go to market. Bourcard Nesin, beverage industry analyst for Rabobank, in his latest analysis reviews the lessons learned and concludes wholesalers can support execution, but despite all the talk at Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America conventions over the years about building b

Holy Cross Abbey Winery in Colorado for Sale

After 25 years, Larry Oddo, owner/CEO of The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey in Canon City, Colo., plans to retire and is looking for a buyer. The asking price is $850,000. Gross revenue is $1.27 million. In its 25 years in business, the winery has won more than 1,200 medals and awards in international competition. The winery is currently listed for sale but has yet to attract a buyer. If the winery does not sell, Oddo says it will close its doors Sepot. 30. This turnkey, asset-rich operation offer

Coppola Launches 5th 'Perfect Your Pizza' Contest

Francis Ford Coppola Winery launched the fifth installment of its annual "Perfect Your Pizza" competition, a nationwide search for America's best pizza recipe and wine pairing. This summer, fans across the country are invited to submit an original pizza recipe and Coppola wine pairing for the chance to win a "Sip & Slice" Grand Prize package – an ultimate wine, pizza and film lover's home upgrade - or $10,000 cash. In addition to the recipe contest, a companion online sweepstakes will award $

Hope Family Wines Official Wine Partner of Mid-State Fair Hospitality Tent

Hope Family Wines is offering wines from across its portfolio in the Hospitality Tent and at other locations throughout the California Mid-State Fair. The tent also features interactive displays, including a full-size stationary bull from the Troublemaker brand for photo opportunities, a backdrop depicting owner and winemaker Austin Hope welcoming visitors to Paso Robles, and another displaying the phrase, “Real Cowboys Drink Cabernet.” “The California Mid-State Fair is an iconic showcase for

Bâtonnage Sets New Virtual Training

Bâtonnage Forum, the nonprofit dedicated to empowering women in the wine industry through community and mentorship, is bringing its community together this summer with a new virtual event series. The series begins July 13 with “A Conversation on Mentorship” featuring winemaker Alison Thomson and her longtime collaborator Alecia Moore, founder and winemaker of Two Wolves Wine in California’s Santa Ynez Valley. Moderated by Bâtonnage Executive Director Elaine Chukan Brown, the discussion will exp

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