Cocktail expectations are "on the march", says Matthew Clark

Pigs-in-blanket cocktails might seem like a bridge too far for most bartenders, but it this kind of far-reaching innovation which is capturing consumers imagination says Matthew Clark.

Bibendum PLB takes on Cellier des Princes

Rhone Valley based Cellier des Princes, has appointed the Bibendum PLB Group to distribute its wines across all channels in the UK.

Bibendum and Bidvest Foodservice team up for "less-is-more" wine menu

A new range from Bidvest Foodservice is being positioned to target those looking for a recognisable, easy-to-drink wine list.

Canada joins Bibendum-PLB portfolio

Two new Canadian agencies, Stratus Vineyards and Norman Hardie, have been added to the Bibendum-PLB portfolio, representing the company's first foray into the country's wines.

Italian producer Piccini launches sparkling wine as a competitive alternative to Prosecco

Chianti producer Piccini has launched a sparkling wine made with grapes from Prosecco territory.

Bibendum PLB aims to showcase regional Argentina with two new wine ranges

Bibendum PLB has launched two new wine ranges from Argentina.

UK release for wine from Chilean vineyard given new lease of life after 2010 earthquake

Spanish and French liqueurs to join Instil Drinks portfolio

Bibendum PLB's spirits division Instil Drinks is adding the Quenza and Combier liqueur ranges to its portfolio.

Northern Lights inspire Aurora expression for Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head vodka

Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head vodka will launch a new expression in the UK in October.

Bibendum PLB and Kings Place plan Ultimate Wine Options Dinner in aid of Action Against Hunger

Bibendum PLB has partnered with Kings Place to host a charity auction and dinner in aid of Action Against Hunger. The event will take place on 7 September.

PLB on a high after bagging Hilltop Hungarian wines in off-trade deal

PLB will take on UK take-home distribution of Hungarian wines from Hilltop Neszmély on August 1. Its sister company Bibendum already handles the wines in the on-trade.

Hospitality sector visitors up 16% at London Wine Fair

London Wine Fair organiser Brintex has reported a 16% increase in visitors from the hospitality sector to this year's exhibition.

Crystal head vodka launches in 50cl miniatures

The Crystal Head vodka has launched in 50cl miniature bottles, which supplier Bibendum says will open up new opportunities for a fast-growing brand.

Bibendum PLB's new indie and wholesale arm Walker & Wodehouse on catering for the indepedent sector

Next month sees the final piece of the jigsaw slot into place for mega-supplier Bibendum PLB Group, as it launches its independent and wholesale division, Walker & Wodehouse. Arabella Mileham catches up with managing director Gareth Groves

Bibendum PLB's new independent channel to sign up to Harpers Best Practice Guidelines

Bibendum PLB's new independent wine company, Walker & Wodehouse is set to sign up Harpers Best Practice Guidelines, shortly after its launch in June.

Prowein 2015: Bibendum PLB uses fair to showcase new multi-channel strategy

The recently combined Bibendum PLB company was able to showcase its new business strategy to the international wine industry at this week's Prowein with 120 of its producers taking part in the show.

Bibendum launches wine keg range as demand grows in on-trade

On-trade supplier Bibendum Wine Ltd has launched a range of wines in kegs which it says will meet a growing demand.

New Zealand's Ara Wines moves to Bibendum PLB

Bibendum PLB has signed a deal as the exclusive UK distributor of Marlborough's Ara Wines - formerly supplied via Negociants UK.

Bibendum sets aggressive integration target, but postpones move

Bibendum PLB has been working towards an aggressive six month integration target, but has decided to postpone plans to move to a new London location at least for the short term.

Bibendum PLB says data insights vital to trading with multiples

Bibendum PLB says its "bird's eye view' of the UK market marks it out as a unique player in offering consumer behaviour data to customers in this increasingly tough multiple retailer environment.