New Zealand wineries in "clean-up mode" after earthquake rocks South Island

New Zealand wineries are currently cleaning up and assessing the damage caused by a 7.5 earthquake which struck the region of the North Canterbury on the South Island on Monday night.

Major English vineyard proposition brings on board new brand ambassador

Rathfinny Estate has appointed a new brand ambassador to drive awareness of the Sussex winery ahead of the launch of its first sparkler in 2018.

Scottish minimum pricing to impact over half of alcohol sales, while wine and premium spirits could benefit

Wine and premium brands could be the big winners of Scotland's impending minimum price legislation, it has been revealed.

Sandeman re-launches aged tawnies to "re-affirm leadership" in fastest growing UK Port category

Sandeman is aiming to put its stamp on the tawny category with its new look range of 10, 20, 30 and 40 year-old aged tawnies.

Indian summer and 2015 reserves help to bolster troubled Loire harvest

One of the world's preeminent winemaking regions has bounced back following a troubling year, with ideal weather conditions at the close of the season helping grapes to reach "peak levels" of ripeness.

Wine wholesalers and distributors in "good shape" to overcome Brexit uncertainty

The majority of UK wine wholesalers and distributors are in surprisingly good shape to cope with any Brexit fallout, a new report has found.

Malbec and beyond: What's next for Argentina?

One of the great New World success stories is the rise of Argentinian Malbec, which has become the go-to grape for both supermarket shoppers and trendy restaurants in the UK and also worldwide.

Brexit minister begins talks with the WSTA to discuss how to manage leaving the EU

The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) met Brexit minister David Jones last week to discuss how the industry can protect trade and the 600,000 of jobs currently supporting the UK wines and spirits industry.

Institute welcomes 18 new MWs

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has inducted 18 new Masters of Wine to its prestigious roster.

Coravin looking to boost global expansion

American wine preservation company Coravin has completed the first round of a $22.5 million (£18.1 million) equity financing campaign to rapidly accelerate its global reach.

A first look at President Trump: How are the markets reacting?

While Americans are reeling from what is being dubbed the "Brexit of the US", it's déjà vu for us here in the UK this morning.

Memorial service to be held for friends and colleagues of beloved trade member, Ben Campbell-Johnston

Cracking the UK market

At first glance, the answers to the holy grail of successful trading in the UK might appear obvious.

Friarwood puts fine wine online

Independent fine wine merchant Friarwood has launched its first e-commerce service, opening up its collection of fine wines to same day and next delivery.

White wines of the Douro: Emerging from fortified's shadow

Famous for its Port fortified wines, far less is understood about the Douro's long history of white winemaking.

Q&A: Pierre Seillan, winemaker at Jackson Family Wines

Since setting off from Bordeaux to discover Sonoma County and make wines for the Jackson Family Wines (JFW) in the mid-1990s, it has been winemaker Pierre Seillan's goal to tap into the potential and diversity of the Sonoma terroi

How wine is adapting to suit a new generation

With technology opening up new possibilities, the trade is finding new ways of not only engaging with younger consumers but making them part of their business models too.

WSET expands into the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic has become the latest European country to offer courses in wines and spirits from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET).

Anne Burchett to leave Sopexa

Anne Burchett has resigned as her role as MD of the UK & Ireland at food, beverage and lifestyle marketing agency, Sopexa.

Jackson Family Wines launches new international distribution strategy for flagship wineries

Jackson Family Wines (JFW) has upped the global distribution of two of its top Californian wineries, Cardinale and Vérité, to increase supply outside of the US and Canada.