Chateau Ste. Michelle launched a blend of Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Malbec, Cinsault and Mourvedre red wines from Washington’s Columbia Valley.

 Innovative flavors and sweet wine varietals help to continue the growth of wine and spirits. 

 Kim Zolciak, reality TV star from Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” and “Don’t Be Tardy for the Wedding,” launched Viva Moscato wines in collaboration with Viva Brands USA and Silent Partner Consultants LLC.  

Constellation Brands Inc., Victor, N.Y., completed its acquisition of the Mark West wine brand from Purple Wine Co. LLC for approximately $160 million.

 A back alley covered in graffiti in downtown Denver might be the last place anyone would expect to find a winery.  

Exclusiv Rosé Vodka is a hybrid beverage imported into the United States by Serge Imports.

 Jack Nicklaus Wines launched a line of Golden Bear Reserve Commemorative Series limited-edition Napa Valley wines that celebrate the golf legend’s record 18 professional major championships.  

In response to increasing demand among younger, urban drinkers for wines with a sweeter flavor profile, Adler Fels Winery launched Totally Random Peach.

Gabrielle Wine launched Rosé and Blanc de Blancs Brut sparkling wine varietals in New York City.

Constellation Wines U.S., a division of Constellation Brands Inc., launched Arbor Mist Frozen Wine Cocktails in single-serve 10-ounce pouches.