Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Makeover for Marlborough maker

Published: 18 January, 2007

At the New Zealand annual trade tasting Marlborough producer Allan Scott will be presenting his new Prestige' wines.

New Hayman's gin aimed at cocktail bar market

Published: 18 January, 2007

Hayman Distillers has launched a new gin aimed at the cocktail bar market: Hayman's Old Tom.

Russian premium vodka to be launched in India

Published: 18 January, 2007

RUSSIA: Russian Standard Platinum is to be introduced in key Indian Markets

French Wines

Published: 18 January, 2007

Read the latest French Wines advertorial.

Glenmorangie sponsors National Museums Scotland

Published: 18 January, 2007

Glenmorangie has announced its single malt Scotch whisky will sponsor the National Museums Scotland.

Bestway expands Champagne range

Published: 18 January, 2007

UK: Bestway Cash and Carry group has introduced a new pink version to its house champagne brand Lelac.

Campo Viejo launches screw caps for white and rose`

Published: 18 January, 2007

Campo Viejo, the UK's leading Rioja, is launching Campo Viejo Viura and Rose` in screw caps.

Chivas aims for Scotch brand in global top three

Published: 18 January, 2007

A strategic push for Ballantine should see it's volume sales increase on an international front

Thierry's launches El Prado Spritzer

Published: 18 January, 2007

A carbonated blend of Rose, water and pomegranate, El Prado Spritzer joins Thierry's Wine Services El Prado range.

Coeur de Cognac: For people who don't do cognacs

Published: 18 January, 2007

Maxxium UK is launching Rmy Martin's, Coeur de Cognac, into the UK market this October in a bid to entice a new audience to a sector still deemed by many as old fashioned and intimidating.

43 single cask whiskies launched

Published: 18 January, 2007

Banffshire distillery Glenfarclas has launched a collection of 43 vintage single cask Highland malt Scotch whiskies.

Spanish producer goes natural

Published: 18 January, 2007

Marqus de la Concordia has added a new wine to its Durius brand: Durius Natural Reserve.

Corney & Barrow sponsors rugby club

Published: 18 January, 2007

UK Corney & Barrow (C&B) will be the official wine supplier of Harlequins Rugby Club for the 2007/08 season.

The agreement means the independent wine merchant will exclusively supply all the wine in the bars and hospitality suites at the Twickenham Stoop.

John McBride, Harlequins catering manager, said: "It's a pleasure to deal with a traditional wine merchant who understands the customer's needs.

"Their wine list is extensive and allows me to tailor each menu that we produce to a wine that suits the specific products involved."

Oliver Hartley, C&B sales director, added: "This is a partnership between two like-minded companies with a commitment to excellence in their chosen field.

"We are proud to be associated with one of the world's top Rugby clubs and we very much look forward to the start of the season."

Pernod Ricard launches Malibu hot website

Published: 18 January, 2007

Website launched linking Malibu with a series of UK festivals.

UK supermarkets to list new Marqus de Monistrol wines

Published: 18 January, 2007

UK: Marqus de Monistrol has announced a total of seven new listings with key multiple grocers Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury's.

Spier extends ontrade range

Published: 18 January, 2007

South African producer Spier has expanded its ontrade range.

Chilean range to be launched at tastings

Published: 18 January, 2007

Twelve wines from Chilean producer Via Casas Patronale will be launched in the UK at the forthcoming Wines of Chile tastings.

CJ Pask winery wins gold medal

Published: 18 January, 2007

The New Zealand winery was awarded a gold medal and 91 points out of 100 for its Declaration Merlot 2004 at the annual World Wine Championships held in Chicago, USA.