Kornicis Group opens 10th Jamies Wine Bar

The Kornicis Group has opened its 10th Jamies Wine Bar in London, ahead of a larger expansion to the chain planned throughout 2013.

Jacob's Creek predicts 'high quality' 2013 vintage

Australian wine brand Jacob's Creek has begun its 2013 vintage with early reports from winemakers predicting high-quality...

South Africa exports set new record

South Africa smashed its previous record to export the largest amount of wine to date in 2012.

National Waiters Day launches website

The website for National Waiters Day (June 23) has gone live today as the trade gears up to celebrate one of the oldest service industries for the first time.

Louis Royer Cognac appoints Mangrove as UK distributor

Mangrove has been appointed UK distributor to Cognac distillery Louis Royer in a bid to increase distribution in the UK.

Chivas launches Pininfarina collection

Chivas Regal has launched three limited edition products with Italian luxury car designer Pininfarina.

Brugal rum moves into the off-trade

Maxxium UK-distributed Brugal rum is now available in the UK off-trade after seeing an impressive uplift in the on-trade of 200% MAT volume growth.

Burgundy En Primeur 2011 Tasting Reviews: Armit Wines

To help you keep on top of the large number of Burgundy tastings this month for the 2011 en primeur campaign Harpers is publishing reviews direct from key tastings and related Burgundy events from members of the trade. Here Jenny Mackenzie of Early Bird Wine News reports from Armit Wines Burgundy 2011 en primeur tasting.

Tesco Everyday Value alcohol range not in breach of code, Portman Group rules

The Portman Group has ruled that Tesco's budget alcohol lines do not breach responsibility rules after a consumer complained that its Everyday Value branding encouraged immoderate consumption.

SWA slams proposals for Scotch whisky tax

The chief executive for the Scotch Whisky Association, Gavin Hewitt, has defined proposals to put a bottle tax on whisky as "ludicrous".

Bibendum to launch new initiative at annual tasting

Bibendum is to help its customers tailor their ranges to suit consumer preference by launching A Matter of Taste at its trade-only annual tasting in February.

SWA slams proposals for Scotch whisky tax

The chief executive for the Scotch Whisky Association Gavin Hewitt, has defined proposals to put a bottle tax on whisky as "ludicrous'.

Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte boasts strong performance in 2012

Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte has strengthened its position among the leading Champagne brands  by posting its second most successful performance ever for 2012.

Corney & Barrow launches wine discovery initiative

Corney & Barrow launched Discover Your Wine Style at its annual tasting yesterday, in a bid to demystify wine by allowing guests to choose according to their likes and dislikes.

Corney & Barrow launch Discover Your Wine Style

Corney & Barrow launched Discover Your Wine Style at its annual wine tasting, in a bid to demystifying wine by allowing guests to choose according to their likes and dislikes.

Burgundy En Primeur 2011 Tasting Reviews: Berry Bros & Rudd

To help you keep on top of the large number of Burgundy tastings this month for the 2011 en primeur campaign Harpers is publishing reviews direct from key tasting from members of the trade. Here Jenny Mackenzie of Early Bird Wine News gives her view on this week's Berry Bros and Rudd Burgundy tasting.

Wemyss Malts to build whisky distillery in Fife

The Wemyss family, owner of Wemyss Malts has announced it is to build a single malt whisky distillery and visitor centre on the back of a grant from the Scottish government.

New Benevolent chairman pledges JF Hillebrand will match customer donations

Drinks logistics firm JF Hillebrand has pledged to match donations made by its customers to The Benevolent as director Chris Porter begins a two-year stint as the charity's chairman.

Burgundy En Primeur 2011 Tasting Reviews: Institute of Masters of Wine Burgundy Seminar

To help you keep on top of the large number of Burgundy tastings this month for the 2011 en primeur campaign Harpers is publishing reviews direct from key tastings and related Burgundy events from members of the trade. Here Anne Krebiehl reports from the Institue of Masters of Wines seminar and debate on Burgundy held this week.

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