Berkmann's revamps Australian wine portfolio

Berkmann Wine Cellars has revamped its Australian agency portfolio, having replaced 85% of the current lines.

Australian Vintage to launch 5.5% abv Vinni

Australian Vintage is entering the lower-alcohol market with the launch of 5.5% abv Vinni, targeting 18 to 25 year-olds.

Wine writer Matthew Jukes wins top Australian award

Wine journalist Matthew Jukes has been crowned Honorary Australian of the Year for his contribution to the Australian wine industry.

Julian Dyer to join Australian Vintage

Julian Dyer, senior wine buyer at Sainsbury's is leaving to join Australian Vintage.

Australian Vintage recruits Sainsbury's Julian Dyer

Australian Vintage is beefing up its off-trade team with the recruitment of Sainsbury's senior wine buyer, Julian Dyer.

Rueda whites rival New Zealand

Rueda is poised to take market share away from New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, according to predictions by Clink Wines.

China leapfrogs UK in world wine league

China has overtaken the UK to become the world's fifth biggest consumer of wine.

Amps Fine Wines scoops New Zealand award

Amps Fine Wine is heading to New Zealand after coming top in a competition encouraging on-trade buyers to boost wine sales.

Wine Australia UK plays down proposed London move

Wine Australia's UK chief has played down the proposed move from its central London offices as part of a drive to cut costs.

Western Australia bushfire - minimal impact on wineries

Western Australia bushfire impact on wineries has been"small", according to Nick Power, chief executive officer, Margaret River Wine Industry Association (MRWIA).

China on course for 100 million case market in 10 years

The Chinese wine market is expected to be worth 50 million 9 litre cases within five years, and up to 100 milllion 9 litre cases in 10 years.

Chinese consumers need time to understand wines they like, says China's head of Christie's

The Chinese wine market needs time to evolve before the industry can truly determine what are the key wine trends and consumer likes and dislikes, according to Simon Tam, head of auction house, Christie's Chinese division.

Andrew O"Connor reviews New Zealand Winegrowers new releases tasting, September 2011

Australian Vintage relaunches Tempus Two to UK

Australian Vintage has set up its own independent and on-trade division to distribute its premium Tempus Two range in the UK.

Blog: Anne Krebiehl does Australian Shiraz

Anne Krebiehl blogs on Australian Shiraz tasting.

Australian and US wines under-represented in on-trade, says WDR

Australian and USA wines are being under-represented in pubs and restaurants according to analysis from the Wilson Drinks Report, WDR.

Rising dollar hits New Zealand winemakers

New Zealand winemakers are warning that the strong Kiwi dollar could make exports unviable for some producers.

Australian producer loses £675k of wine in forklift blunder

An Australian winery has lost a third of its production after a forklift dropped 462 cases of its wine.

Paul Schaafsma, European Sales and Marketing Director of Australian Vintage

McGuigan is the fastest growing global wine brand in the UK top 20 despite a 9% increase in its shelf price. McGuigan has experiencing 62% sales growth in the past 12 months with its sales now topping £65M. How?

Sterling makes gains against Australian dollar

Yesterday's currency markets shows sterling strengthened slightly against the euro and US dollar, with its biggest move against the Australian dollar which slipped following poor figures.