Australian wine bodies unite in call for tax reform and more marketing investment

Two leading Australian wine trade bodies have called on the federal government to make tax reforms and invest more in global marketing to help the industry.

Riesling competition wins for Luvians and London House

Luvians Bottle Shop in St Andrews has been named retail winner of Wines of Germany's 31 Days of German Riesling promotion this year.

Gallo launches Canyon Road and adds Barefoot single-serve bottles

Gallo is launching the Canyon Road premium Californian wine brand in the UK market.

South America | Strength in diversity

Bringing together the flavours and cultures of South America paints a wine picture that's as colourful as it is diverse

Harpers Global Design Awards 2015: The Results

The competition to stand out not just on-shelf but also on-screen means there is intense pressure on wine producers, suppliers and, most of all, the creative and design agencies behind the labels to really up their game. Here are the results from the first worldwide Harpers Design Awards where we invited entries from around the world, attracting designs from the US, Australia and across Europe.

Majestic launches first own-label range under Definition umbrella

Majestic has launched its first own-label range of wines.

South African wine producer Perdeberg joins Boutinot portfolio in the UK

Guy Woodward: Are wine and humour like a joyless marriage?

Guy Woodward asks whether the wine trade needs to loosen up a bit.

European plans could bring higher tax by the back door for RTDs says duty expert

A European Commission consultation could bring lower tax rates for small wine and spirits producers - but is threatening the UK's RTD manufacturers, a leading excise duty consultant has warned.

Analysis: The power of building an online community

As Tesco's online Wine Community closes its virtual doors the trade weighs in on how important digital engagement in the wine world has become.

Harpers Global Design Awards winners announced

The judges have spoken and the results are in. See the good-looking crop of winners in this year's Harpers Global Design Awards.

Trade body launches revamped website to promote Sherry Wines around the world

The Consejo Regulador for Jerez has launched a revamped website to promote the Spanish region's famous drink under the Sherry Wines banner.

Chile's Errazuriz plans assault on top-end wine market in 2016

Chilean wine producer Errazuriz is lining up a UK release for two top-end wines from its cool climate Aconcagua Costa vineyards in the spring of 2016.

Rare vintage release for Kapi Vineyard Tokaji

Tokaji producer Disznoko has released the 2011 vintage of its Kapi Vineyard Aszú 6 puttonyos wine.

Ex-Selfridges buyer Davies among record number of new Masters of Wine

Former Selfridges buyer Dawn Davies is among 19 wine trade professionals to gain the Master of Wine qualification.

Jackson Estate launches premium Sauvignon and Pinot Noir in UK

New Zealand's Jackson Estate has released two new wines for the independent wine merchant and on-trade sectors.

Gonzalez Byass wraps up three prestige Deutz Champagnes in gift pack

Gonzalez Byass UK has launched a Champagne Deutz gift pack featuring three fizzes from the 2008 vintage.

Luxury cuvée matured in steel, wood and glass released by Möet

Moët & Chandon is to release a prestige cuvée called MCIII in October.

Chile's Viña Ventisquero lines-up Root 1 additions and Wild Swan for UK debuts

Chilean producer Viña Ventisquero is the latest to line up new UK launches for a big reveal at next week's Mercado Andino tasting in London.

European spirits body welcomes court statement on minimum pricing for alcohol

The body which represents spirits producers across the EU has welcomed yesterday's European Court of Justice statement that casts doubt on the legality of minimum unit pricing for alcohol.