Currency update, June 4: sterling bouncing back against the euro

Currency analysis for June, 2010 from Smart Currency Exchange, Harpers Wine & Spirit's currency partners:

Viñalba Reserva Malbec - Touriga Nacional on sale now

Viñalba Reserva Malbec - Touriga Nacional, the latest addition to Buckingham Schenk's trophy-winning Argentine brand Viñalba, has secured a major UK listing with Majestic Wine.

Last chance to win Gonzalez Byass trip to Spanish wineries

This is your last chance to win a trip to visit González Byass's Spanish wineries in a competition being run in association with Harpers Wine & Spirit.

Forum for Private Businesses welcomes bid to cut red tape

A Government announcement to cut red tape and review legislation has been welcomed by the Forum for Private Businesses (FPB).

Chilean producer wins Jancis Robinson's Geoffrey Roberts travel award

Chilean wine producer, Derek Mossman has been named the winner of Jancis Robinson's Geoffrey Roberts travel award.

AdVini looks to drive quality French wine sales

Newly merged French wine giant AdVini has unveiled plans designed to keep the company at the top of quality French winemaking.

London City Bond secures Armit contract

London City Bond, has secured a three-year storage and distribution contract with west London based wine merchant, Armit.

Turning Leaf appoints designers in residence

New Zealand wine industry awarded Government support

The New Zealand Government has announced a promotional package of support for the country's wine industry, to help overcome its current challenges.

Currency update, June 2: sterling bounces back

Today's currency analysis from our currency partners Smart Currency Exchange has at long last some good news for sterling.

Drinkaware tackles football fever

Alcohol awareness charity Drinkaware, has announced a campaign to help fans stay safe and drink responsibly throughout the football season.

Thierry's consumer bloggers open up LIWF

UK wine agency, Thierry's, invited six consumers to attend this year's London International Wine Fair to get a better understanding of the kind of wines people are looking to buy.

Highland Park ranks No1 in Spirits Journal 2010

Orcadian Highland Park single malt has been awarded top marks by US independent whisky expert Paul Pacult in his Spirits Journal 2010.

Whisky worth £4bn to Scottish economy

Scotch whisky is worth £4 billion to the Scottish economy, according to a report for the Scotch Whisky Association by Verso Economics.

Australia's First Familes of Wine get promotions boost

The Australia's First Families of Wine (AFFW) initiative has been given a boost this week with a government grant of AUD$429,000 to help promote the wineries involved around the world.

French launch first 3-D Virtual Wine Fair

The www.WineFair.com plans to help busy wine and spirit professionals network worldwide from the comfort of their desks

Dawson joins M&S online wine team

Former Sainsbury's wine buyer Emma Dawson has joined Marks & Spencer's online team.

Molson Coors adds premium wines

Molson Coors (UK) has added a premium wine dimension to its range, aimed at independent bars and restaurants.

Support trade Benevolent cycle ride to Champagne

This weekend members of the UK wine trade will set off on a 375km bike ride from Calais to Champagne to help raise money for the drinks charity, The Benevolent.

Currency update May 28: spreading your risk

Here is today's currency analysis from Smart Currency Exchange as part of the new free currency advice service from Harpers Wine & Spirit.