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More modern look for Monsoon Valley.(drinks wine & spirits fair)(Siam Winery)(Brief article)

Article from: Grocer Article date: May 24, 2008

Thailand-based Siam Winery has relaunched its Monsoon Valley range with new branding to reflect its heritage.

The range has been given a more modern look and a new logo in the shape of the Naga, a mythical part-river serpent, part-dragon creature that supposedly originated in the Chao Phraya delta. The company has three wineries in the delta, including a floating vineyard where vines are trained on pergolas.

The eight-strong range, priced from 4.99 [pounds sterling] , includes a rose blended from Malaga Blanc, Colombard & ...

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