The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration (i4C) is pleased to announce the appointment of Magdalena Kaiser as Event Director, effective October 13, 2026, for a three-year term.
While Alberta is one of the Canadian outliers in banning American liquor products, consumers are expressing their resentment of U.S. trade war actions and threats against Canadian sovereignty with their wallets.
The Savor Quality from Europe campaign, co-funded by the European Union, is bringing the stories behind Europe's protected wine and olive oil traditions to Canadian audiences. As agricultural regions work to preserve traditional knowledge in the face of climate change, evolving consumer preferences and growing interest in authentic travel experiences, two European producer organizations are demonstrating how cultural heritage can remain a powerful force for the future.
Bulk wine, sold in containers larger than 4 liters, is exempt from the ban, though it still faces 50% tariffs. And bulk spirits are exempt from both the ban and tariffs. Large spirits brands, including Crown Royal and Fireball Whisky, are both imported in bulk and bottled in the U.S.
Meanwhile, some Canadian wine shipped in containers larger than 4 litres (and not packaged for direct consumption) will also escape the ban. However, those wines are not necessarily exempt from the 50% tariffs, which come into force on 15 September.
Last week, the Majestic-owned wine bar operator had its largest-ever processing day, receiving over eight tonnes of grapes -- over double the previous record at its former urban winery in Battersea.
In the latest retaliation against Canada, US President Donald Trump has announced an import ban on bottled and canned Canadian wines, beer and spirits from 29 September, though some bulk wines are exempt from the restriction. db reports.
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