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Chinese government helps to promote Moldovan wines
Moldova has signed a wine promotion agreement with China’s Ministry of Commerce as part of its plan to reduce its wineries’ reliance on Russia for sales.
Chinese officials swap baijiu for wine at APEC summit dinner
Organisers of the Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation summit in Beijing have recognised China’s emerging wine sector by serving two Chinese wines at the meeting’s opening dinner.
Price is major obstacle to Chinese wine exports, says Berry Bros buyer
Chinese wines will struggle to gain an international presence unless producers are prepared to cut prices, according to a senior buyer at UK merchant Berry Bros & Rudd.
Chinese officials promise to speed up grapevine imports
Chinese quarantine authorities have said they will simplify the approval process for imported vines to help meet the increasing needs of domestic wine growers.
LU Yang wins the Best Sommelier Greater China competition
A sommelier from Mainland China has won the Best Sommelier in Greater China competition for the first time, making him a potential candidate for the world sommelier finals set to take place in 2016.
Ningxia winemakers set to benefit from new extreme weather warning system
The threat of hazardous weather conditions across Ningxia has spurred the planned introduction of a new disaster indicator system which could significantly improve wine production in the region.
New deal set to improve wine trade between Hong Kong and Mainland China
A new agreement designed to shorten the time it takes to send wine exports from Hong Kong to Mainland China has come into force this month.
Wine industry in three Western China provinces to receive tax benefits
Winemakers and grapevine planting companies in three Western China provinces and autonomous regions are expected to enjoy a reduced income tax rate later this year, after being listed as ‘encouraged industries’ by the national government.
Ningxia set to build 50 ‘classified’ quality wineries
The Ningxia government has said it aims to establish 50 ‘classified’ quality wineries in the region, as part of eight goals to bolster the development of Helan Mountain East appellation.
Australian Vintage to expand in China with COFCO deal
McGuigan wines producer Australian Vintage is set to bolster its presence in China after signing a long-term distribution deal with Cofco, the state-owned food and drink conglomerate.