LVMH 2019 . W i n e s & S p i r i t s

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brands. Hennessy continued to invest to prepare for the future and ensure a constant level of excellence in its cognacs, with the opening of seven wine cellars in 2019 and the construction of a new packaging line at its Pont Neuf site inaugurated in 2017, an exemplary model of sustainable design. Glenmorangie Company reinforced its position in the single malt category, driven by growing global demand for exceptional whiskies, and continued investing in the extension of its two distilleries. Glenmorangie and Ardbeg continued to win a number of awards from professionals in the sector. Taking a proactive environmental approach, the Glenmorangie distillery worked with its partners to help restore mussel and oyster beds in the Dornoch Firth. Belvedere vodka continued to innovate with the worldwide launch of Single Estate Rye Series of high- end Polish rye vodkas. Through this initiative, for which it won a number of awards for excellence from prestigious international competitions, the Maison showcased the importance of terroir in developing the aromas and flavors of a vodka. Volcán De Mi Tierra tequila achieved solid growth in North America and prepared for its expansion into new markets. Woodinville Whiskey Company continued its development in a number of US states. The distillery prepared to increase its production to meet growing demand and successfully launched its Port Finished Bourbon. The Clos 19 e-commerce platform continued to grow in the United Kingdom, Germany and the United States. It enriched its range of exclusive experiences, collaborations and limited edition products while continuing to pursue its expansion strategy to reach new markets.

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