Gilbert Winfield reports from L'Association de Grands Crus Classés de Saint Emilion Tasting

The annual tasting of Saint Emilion Grands Crus Classés took place at the trendy and spacious Altitude 360 in Pimlico. This year, vintages on show were 2009 and 2010, so the growers had little to apologise for. That said, Château Faurie de Souchard was one of those hit by hail in May in 2009, Thibaud Sciard, presenting the wines, described to us the difficulty of losing 90% of his crop as a result.

Celebrity Cruises brings wine offer to Taste of London

Celebrity Cruises will be the first cruise line to show what's on offer in its modern luxury restaurants and bars at the Taste of London Festival next week.

Jenny Mackenzie reports from Santa Rita's latest tasting

"Chile has changed beyond all recognition," according to Hector Torres, director of luxury wines at Santa Rita Estates, at a tasting in London last week to showcase top wines from Santa Rita and Carmen in Chile, and Doña Paula in Argentina.

Vinexpo opens its doors to 48,000 visitors

The international global event Vinexpo 2013 opened its doors today, for the next five days, exhibiting over 2,400 wine and spirit producers, representing 45 different countries and attracting over 145 different nationalities to Bordeaux, France. 

Vintners' Company raises £46k for The Benevolent

The Vintners' Company has raised £46,000 for the drinks trade charity The Benevolent with its March for Mobility through the vineyards of Burgundy.

E&J Gallo joins forces with Louise Redknapp

E&J Gallo has announced the appointment of Louise Redknapp as the official brand ambassador for Gallo Family Vineyards Summer White.

High hopes for NZ 2013 vintage

After low yields in 2012, it has been predicted the New Zealand 2013 vintage will be "a vintage to remember".

Geoffrey Dean on the 2012 vintage from the Centre-Loire

Those Sauvignon Blanc drinkers that have had their fill of New Zealand examples of the varietal, should know how good the 2012 vintage was in the Centre-Loire.

Drinks leaders on route to raise £25k for Benevolent in charity cycle ride

A group of hardy leading drinks figures are currently mid way through a five day 600 km charity bike organised by Mentzendorff that ends later this week in the Douro Valley.

Naked Wines appoints former Treasury chief winemaker

Naked Wines has appointed former vice-president and chief winemaker for the Americas at Treasury Wine Estates, Matt Parish, as chief winemaker.

UK RumFest returns for seventh year

As rum lays claim to being the fastest-growing spirits category in the UK, RumFest has announced its return...

Champagne Bruno Paillard releases 2002 vintage

Champagne Bruno Paillard has launched its 2002 vintage Blanc de Blancs after more than 10 years of ageing.

Californian UK market is wide open for new brand launches reveals California Summit

Despite the dominance of Californian wine brands the category is still wide open for new brands to enter the market and gain significant market share.

Malibu and Jacob's Creek ramp up summer campaign

Pernod Ricard has announced plans for its biggest summer campaign yet, where it plans to reach more than 42 million consumers through sponsorship, digital and experiential marketing.

NZ Ascension Wine Estate up for sale

New Zealand's Ascension Wine Estate is up for sale after having fallen into receivership.

Funkin launches summer pitcher promotion

Mixers producer Funkin has announced it will issue 1,000 'pitcher kits' to help pubs and bars improve their cocktail menus this summer.

Canti releases new packaging designs

Italian wine producer, Canti, has released new packaging for its sparkling wines, Prosecco and Asti.

Portman Group implements new marketing code

Drinks industry regulator Portman Group has launched the fifth edition of its marketing code of practice, which includes tighter monitoring of the internet and tougher rules on linking alcohol to sex.

Vintage Roots launches own-label wine brand

Bargain Booze takes on Susan McCraith MW as wine consultant

Bargain Booze, the off licence convenience chain, has taken on Susan McCraith MW to help develop its wine range.