Cheaper and mid-range Aussie wine imports boom as higher end slumps

Australian winemakers are struggling to capitalise on growing demand for premium wines in the UK, according to a report by the body representing the country’s wine industry.

ARC launches wine research centre in Adelaide

The Australian Research Council (ARC) has launched a wine research centre in Adelaide.

Accolade appoints account manager for Fine Wine Partners

Accolade Wines has appointed Hansi Baumann as account manager, UK & Ireland, for its recently launched fine wine division - Fine Wine Partners.

Casella becomes WSET Silver Corporate Patron

Casella Family Brands (CFB) has signed up as a silver Corporate Patron of the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET).

Wakefield predicts best Shiraz vintage in decades

Wakefield Wines has predicted the 2018 Shiraz vintage will be the best in decades.

McGuigan expands Black Label with first sparkling wines

McGuigan Wines has expanded its Black Label portfolio with three sparkling wines, including a red variant, marking the first fizz to join the range.

Aussie wine exports reach highest value in a decade

Total export of Australian wine increased 16% to $2.65 billion in the past year – the highest value in a decade, according to data released by Wine Australia today.

Australian wine gets broader powers to protect nation’s wine reputation

New regulations put in place to protect the reputation of Australian wine exports have been introduced.

Brown Brothers exits “unforgiving” UK market

Brown Brothers has announced it's exiting the UK market after more than 25 years.

Hallgarten signs deal to distribute McWilliam’s across Continental Europe

Hallgarten & Novum Wines has signed a deal as the exclusive distributor of McWilliam’s Wines Group (MWG) across Continental Europe.

China to squeeze bulk supply of Australian red to critical levels over next 3-5 years

Wine Australia reveals ProWein ‘wine bar’ feature

Wine Australia has revealed it is introducing a new free-pour tasting area at this year ProWein as part of its biggest presence at the show to date.

Highs and lows for Oz

Depreciation at the commercial end of the market and an upswing in sales of wine priced £10 and over are presenting an opportunity for Australia in the UK as premium price points grow, while the country’s bulk growth marches steadily towards China. Jo Gilbert reports

Calabria promotes Emma Norbiato to chief winemaker

Australian winery Calabria has promoted Emma Norbiato to the role of chief winemaker.

Gonzalez Byass brings Ashton Hills Pinot Noir to the UK for the first time

Gonzalez Byass has signed a deal as the exclusive distributor of Ashton Hills, marking the UK debut for the Adelaide producer’s Pinot Noir wines.

McPherson reveals ‘unique’ wines to celebrate 50 anniversary

Australian winery McPherson Wine Co has revealed a raft of activity to celebrate its 50 birthday, including a number of exclusive wines.

Australia to take on Canada in the WTO

Australia has launched a dispute settlement action against Canada’s “discriminatory measures” affecting Australian wine at the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Accolade appoints David White UK head of marketing

Accolade Wines has appointed David White to the role of UK marketing director, with effect from January 4th 2018.

Oz government opens Wine Export Grants applications

Nepenthe re-introduces flavour of Adelaide Hills to the UK

Premium Australian winery Nepenthe has re-introduced a selection of cool climate wines from its Altitude and Pinnacle collections to the UK seven years after distribution stalled.