I NEWS I UCVF brings new
I NEWS I UCVF brings new brands to Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris 2023 The Union Commerciale des Vins de France (UCVF), a leading importer of exclusive spirits and champagnes, is presenting its expanding portfolio of more than 30 partners and exclusive brands. The Union has boosted its portfolio of innovative brands in a bid to stay ahead of France’s booming cocktail culture with the recent additions of Sir Edmond Gin and La Summerhall Distillery Limited. Founded in the 1980s, the UCVF markets several categories of spirits including a wide selection of rums (Auténtico Nativo, Kong, Neptune, Labourdonnais…), of gins (Moletto, Purity, Ukiyo, Knut Hansen…), whiskeys (Black Irish, Nelcius, Clan Denny...), tequilas/ mezcals (Ojo de Tigre, Arette…) or even vodkas and liqueurs. Commenting on its latest partnerships, Joris van Gent, Managing Director at UCVF, said: “We are excited to join forces with Sir Edmond Gin, with its historic French connection, and bring something special to the world of spirits that will leave a lasting impression.” The Bourbon vanilla infused gin, made in Schiedam, The Netherlands, will be distributed through UCVF's extensive network of wine merchants, hotel and restaurant owners, and specialists across France. Earlier this year, the UCVF teamed up with Summerhall Distillery Limited, for its new blended scotch whiskey produced in Edinburgh, The Broody Hen. "Today, The Broody Hen adds a new building block to UCVF and our ambition over the coming years to challenge the leading independent distributors", says Sébastien Peyssonneaux, Ranges Manager exclusive at UCVF. Today, the group's distribution portfolio consists of more than 30 international brands of premium spirits and a hundred references which visitors can discover at Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris 2023 Hall 2.2 / Stand C-054 Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris takes over 180 exciting venues The glitz and glamour of the trade fair is spilling out onto the streets of Paris once again, with its third OFF selection of restaurants and cocktail bars. Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris will rock the French capital from February 13 to 15 with its third OFF selection – the perfect wining and dining experience in the city. A total 180 venues spread across every district have been hand picked especially for their emphasis on wine, service and mixology. The criteria for the latest selection run the gamut from unique and lively venues with an eclectic wine list, to winegrowers with a clean work ethos, quality spirits, good food and the feel-good factor. An impressive 100 new establishments made this year's list, from wine merchants serving food to Michelin-starred restaurants. It aims to provide a unique, user-friendly experience for all epicureans and wine and spirits enthusiasts, while celebrating Paris’ incredible range of gourmet foods. Whet your appetite with a sneak peek of the OFF line-up: • CANON D’ACHILLE wines by female winegrowers • LA CALE blind tasting with four blended wines (two whites, two reds) • JAJA showcases ‘pét-nat’ wines, Champagne and cider • GRAND CŒUR serves Magnums as the centrepiece • BON VIVANT tasting of skin-contact wines • LE DENICHEUR dinner featuring Ardèche winegrower Arnaud Prigent from Domaine Olivier De Serre The third edition poster was signed by the talented illustrator and poster artist Thomas Baas, who is one of the leading names in contemporary illustration. Participating OFF bars and restaurants will host exclusive wine and cocktail-focused events for three evenings. • FULGURANCES LA CAVE themed Jura evening revolving around traditional dishes served with 3 wines 4 • THE DAILY • TUESDAY 7 TH FEBRUARY 2023 wineparis-vinexpo.vinexposium-connect.com
I NEWS I The Marianne has been optional since 2019 The capsule-congé or Marianne capsule is formally known as "Capsule Représentative de Droit" (or CRD). These capsules are colour coded to distinguish a wine's level of appellation and marked with the seal of Marianne. These marking only have a legal significance in France. Made compulsory in 1960, it attests that the circulation rights or excise duties have been paid to French customs. The purpose of this tax was to discourage the consumption of certain products considered harmful to people's health (wine, tobacco, coffee, foie gras and even certain luxury vehicles). THE MARIANNE CAPSULE DOOMED TO DISAPPEAR The legal requirement was lifted on June 1, 2019, although bottles of wine without it must nevertheless circulate with an accompanying document in France. However, it turns out the vast majority of winemakers have not been informed by their unions. Being able to substitute the CRD has given operators in the wine industry a chance to come up with alternative ways of ensuring the traceability of the product while greatly simplifying bottling and storage processes. Administrative simplification, easier inventory management, significant reduction of carbon impact and substantial gain in competitiveness for exports. These are just some of the many advantages of using documents instead of the CRD © Tristan Gassert - Unsplash Champagne sector to make sparkling appearance at Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris 2023 Meet the 204 champagne exhibitors at this year's event and discover the latest trends in the world of fizz based on research by IWSR-Wine Intelligence. The champagne sector is fully mobilised to meet the challenges of tomorrow at the Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris trade fair. And this year's impressive display of 204 exhibitors is proof of its dynamism and success. Feel inspired at the Champagne pavilion where 4,300 winegrowers and cooperatives will be brought together by the Syndicat Général des Vignerons de Champagne, along with local merchants and houses. Champagne Castelnau, Champagne Duval-Leroy, and Champagne Palmer & Co are among this year's biggest players. Visitors also have the chance to meet three promising young Champagne houses at the dedicated Nouvelle Vague area. SNAPSHOT: CHAMPAGNE DRINKING HABITS Two in three people (66%) in France appreciate champagne, according to new research by IWSR-Wine Intelligence which reveals the preferences and purchasing habits of Champagne residents. Here in this region, residents appreciate red wines (82%), whites (74%), rosés (64%), beer (68%) and Champagne (60%) over rum (15%), cider (26%) and homemade cocktails (10%). Epicureans at heart, they drink wine several times a week, at home, alone, in pairs or between friends, by associating it with a good meal (94%) or restaurant (96%). In terms of appearance, the wine's traditional character tops the criteria, closely followed by taste CHAMPAGNE MASTERCLASSES & CONFERENCES MONDAY > 10:00 - 11:00 Discovering Veuve Fourny & Fils Champagne Wines, With Alexis Goujard [Room 1, Hall 5.3] TUESDAY > 11:30 - 12:30 2022 Expeditions and Future Perspectives, With David Chatillon and Maxime Toubart [Room 611-612-613 – Hall 6] TUESDAY > 15:30 - 16:30 Lively, fruity or intense? Like our winegrowers, all champagnes have their character With Geoffrey Orban [Room 1, Hall 5.3] THE DAILY • TUESDAY 7 TH FEBRUARY 2023 • 5
