IN THIS ISSUE

Volume 136 , No . 8 • November 2023

THE RISE OF ALCOHOL DTC

Are concerns overblown ? By Kyle Swartz Cover Photo Credit : Adobestock @ seanlockephotography

BRANDY AND COGNAC

The latest trends in this diverse category By Krystina Skibo

4 Editor ’ s Note

5 On The Web

6 Retail Strategies

Is There Magic in Your Business ? By Tom Shay

7 Vinsights

Of Wine Appellations and Oranges By Marnie Old

16 Wine Review : The Best of 2023

18 On The Shelf

ALSO INSIDE !

ESG Supplement

Our annual Sustainability Supplement details the industry ’ s eco-friendly initiatives

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