Restaurant Wine Sales Fall As Value Leads US Growth

The Drinks Business reports that US on-trade wine sales have fallen by about 26% since 2019, but growth is still appearing in value-driven, white and sparkling wine categories. The report says restaurants and sommeliers are responding to tighter consumer budgets by offering more accessible pricing, flexible pour sizes and less familiar regions, with examples including Loire Sauvignon Blanc, Mendoza Malbec, Rías Baixas, Baga and Graciano.