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Insights on the premium market

AknoTrade studies and analysis, from the world to Russia.

2026-06-09 · Julien Martin
Russia 2026: a spirits and wine market that drinks less but drinks better
Russia's alcohol market is undergoing a structural shift: volumes are declining, value is rising, domestic production is contracting and the premium segment is pulling the whole market upward. What this data means for a producer seeking to enter or grow in Russia.
2026-05-26 · Julien Martin
Specialty Coffee 2026: High Prices, Squeezed Margins and the Reshaping of Premium Sourcing
Green coffee prices are hitting historic highs, niche traders are disappearing and the roaster margin myth is collapsing. Here is what this deep restructuring means for sourcing premium coffee toward Russia.
2026-05-12 · Julien Martin
Olive Oil: A Global Market Finding New Balance
After two crisis campaigns, global olive oil production rebounds in 2024/25, prices begin correcting downward, and world consumption reaches 3.2 million tonnes. For a Russian market that imports virtually all its olive oil, this rebalancing opens a window precisely as Russian consumer demand shifts upmarket.
2026-04-28 · Julien Martin
Premiumisation Stalls, Gen Z Picks Carefully, Bubbles Rise : What the Global Market Signals for Russia
The global wine and spirits market paused in 2025 : volumes fell, premiumisation slowed, and younger consumers redefined selectivity. For Russia, this rebalancing opens a precise window onto whites, sparkling wines, and quality-price positioning.
2026-04-14 · Nicolas Néron
European Vineyards Under Pressure: When Crisis Opens a Window to Russia
European vineyards are undergoing a deep contraction: collapsing land prices in Bordeaux, Italian stocks at five-year highs, weakening global demand. For agile producers who can read cycles, this moment is an invitation to pivot toward new markets.
2026-03-31 · Julien Martin
Georgia 2025: Winemaking Power and Strategic Caucasus Hub
With $550 million in exports in 2025 and the largest harvest in 30 years, Georgia is establishing itself as a mature winemaking powerhouse. For AknoTrade, its geography and commercial structure make it a key anchor point for accessing the Russian market with compliance and efficiency.