US Restaurants Cut European Wines as Tariffs Raise Prices
US restaurants are swapping European wines for domestic options as tariffs increase import costs. Sales of imports fell 8% as prices rose for consumers.
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Restaurants and retailers across the United States are overhauling their wine lists and inventory as the impact of tariffs on European alcohol imports begins to reach consumers. Establishments like the New York-based Kent Hospitality Group are removing long-standing champagne and cremant brands from their offerings, citing costs that have become prohibitive for many patrons. Kristen Goceljak, the group's wine director, noted that price hikes from wholesalers have made certain staples too expensive to maintain on standard menus.
