Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Oddbins relaunch: customers to decide wine prices

Published: 19 October, 2011

The newly relaunched Oddbins is asking customers to decide how its wine should pe priced.

Gonzalez Byass launches Fino Palmas Sherries range

Published: 19 October, 2011

Gonzalez Byass has launched a range of four classic Fino Palmas Sherries following the success of its Tio Pepe en rama.

Sterling falls against dollar due to stagflation concerns

Published: 19 October, 2011

Sterling fell against the US dollar after UK annual inflation data broke above 5%, raising concerns over stagflation, that saw many investors start to build bets against the pound.

Bath Ales to double volume and quadruple size

Published: 18 October, 2011

Bristol based, Bath Ales has announced an ambitious investment plan to quadruple its size in the next five years.

Turnover up 5% at D&D London's restaurants

Published: 18 October, 2011

D&D London, which operates landmark London restaurants Quaglino's and Le Pont de la Tour, has reported turnover up 5% to £73.7 million, and cash profits level with last year.

PLB launches wine in a glass into Waitrose

Published: 18 October, 2011

PLB has launched La Copita, a range of wines in glass-sized PET packaging, exclusively to Waitrose.

Sterling gains against the euro

Published: 18 October, 2011

Sterling slipped against the US dollar but gained against the euro yesterday after comments from a German policymaker deflated investor optimism over a potential euro zone bailout.

Josef Meier's hits back at Jägermeister's 'Get Tough' campaign

Published: 17 October, 2011

Herbal liqueur brand, Josef Meier's, has hit back at Jägermeister's 'Get Tough' campaign announcing itself as a a credible and recognised UK brand in its own right.

Halewood International founder dies

Published: 17 October, 2011

John Halewood, founder of independent drinks distributor Halewood International, has died at the age of 64.

New boss for Cert Octavian

Published: 17 October, 2011

Logistics and specialist wine cellarage firm Cert Octavian has appointed Vincent O'Brien as managing director with immediate effect.

Strong US sales figures help boost sterling to month high

Published: 17 October, 2011

Stronger than expected US retail sales figures helped to boost global risk appetite helping Sterling to hit a one month high against the US dollar.

WSTA and police warn wine producers about identity fraud

Published: 17 October, 2011

The WSTA and the Metropolitan Police have warned that using identity fraud to obtain wine without payment is on the increase, and producers should be on their guard.

Diplomatico launches ultra premium rum

Published: 14 October, 2011

Venezuelan rum producer Destilerias Unidas has launched its first ultra premium bottling of Diplomatico rum.

Heritage Wine to distribute Nugan Estate

Published: 14 October, 2011

Heritage Wine has signed an agreement to distribute Australia's Nugan Estate in the UK.

Brighton council accused of one-sided debate on alcohol policy

Published: 14 October, 2011

An attempt by Brighton & Hove council to canvas opinion of residents about the city's alcohol policy has been criticised by local drinks businesses for being one-sided.

Bordeaux first growth prices fall as investors turn to Burgundy

Published: 14 October, 2011

Bordeaux prices fell by 7.5% in quarter three, as buyers reject expensive 'hyped up' newer vintages and turn to other markets, according to trader of first growths, Bordeaux Index.

UK economy's fragility impacts on sterling

Published: 14 October, 2011

Sterling fell against the US dollar yesterday, tracking weakness in the euro and as concerns over the UK economy's fragility impacted on the pound's prospects.

Raymond Blanc and Martell to host live dining experience

Published: 13 October, 2011

French chef, Raymond Blanc, has teamed up with luxury cognac brand, Martell, to host Harrods' first live dining experience in its Brompton Road windows.