Pernod Ricard Winemakers in the news

Vinarchy, a merged entity of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, will showcase its combined wine portfolio at TFWA Cannes 2026 to grow global travel retail.

Bountiful Cow secured the UK media account for Vinarchy, a wine company including Pernod Ricard Winemakers, and launched a new multi-channel campaign for Jacob's Creek focused on refreshing its brand image.

Argentine food producer Molinos Río de la Plata acquired the Bodegas Etchart winery in Salta from French company Pernod Ricard.

Vinarchy UK was hit with an £8 million packaging tax in 2025, impacting its profitability, as it navigates a strategic shift to focus on core brands and younger consumers.

Pernod Ricard sold its California sparkling wine brands and Kenwood Vineyards to focus on champagne and spirits, amid merger talks with Brown-Forman.

Bryan Fry, ex-CEO of Pernod Ricard Winemakers, becomes CEO of Australian Wool Innovation, bringing global supply chain and agronomy expertise.

Vinarchy, formed by merging Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, focuses on innovation and consumer-driven products to grow the wine category globally.

Vinarchy is streamlining its wine portfolio by retiring 60 brands to focus on key global labels and boost innovation with new products and packaging formats.

Vinarchy is streamlining its wine portfolio by retiring 60 brands to focus on top global labels and boost innovation with new products and packaging formats.

Helen Strachan, ex-Pernod Ricard Winemakers executive, is the new Chair of Australian Grape & Wine, bringing extensive industry experience and board leadership.

Florence Tresarrieu will become CEO of Corby Spirit and Wine, aiming to grow Pernod Ricard's Canadian business amid mixed Americas market results.

Trina Smith is named Mumm Terroirs Pacific winemaker to lead premium sparkling wine production in Australia and New Zealand.

Vinarchy has fully assumed distribution of key wine brands from Pernod Ricard in Australia and New Zealand following their merger, aiming to strengthen market leadership and grow the wine category.

Jacob’s Creek, now part of Vinarchy, continues to build its strong reputation through quality and innovation amid industry changes.

Amanda Almond has been named Regional Managing Director for EMEA at Vinarchy, the global wine business formed by Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers.

Amanda Almond is named Vinarchy's EMEA leader as the company invests AU$100m in South Australian wine production facilities and strengthens its board.

Victoria Racing Club and G.H. Mumm extended their sponsorship deal until 2028, continuing a long-term partnership at the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Vinarchy centralizes winemaking and corporate operations in South Australia, investing heavily in premium wine production and restructuring cellar door locations.

Vinarchy is investing $30m to establish two winemaking hubs in South Australia, consolidating operations and relocating its global HQ to Adelaide while maintaining key brand experiences and supplier partnerships.

Vinarchy, formed by merging Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers' regional businesses, is a major global wine company with US$965 million in sales and a strong brand portfolio aiming to innovate amid industry challenges.