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Hambledon switches from FM&V to Mentzendorff as it looks to ramp up distribution

Published: 28 February, 2020

Hambledon Vineyards and Fields, Morris & Verdin (FM&V) have revealed plans to part ways as the English sparkling wine producer seeks to ramp up its UK distribution.

Beyerskloof Wines appoints Cape Wine Exporters

Published: 27 February, 2020

Beyerskloof Wines has appointed Cape Wine Exporters as part of its strategy to make the UK its number one export partner.

CIVB announces inaugural Bordeaux Day

Published: 26 February, 2020

Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux (CIVB) has announced it is set to hold a Bordeaux Day for the first time.

Black Tower owner buys 16% stake in North South Wines

Published: 26 February, 2020

German winery Reh Kendermann, the producer of Black Tower, has acquired a 16% stake in North South Wines (NSW).

Winner of UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge revealed

Published: 26 February, 2020

Paul Fauvel, head sommelier at The Lanesborough, has won the UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2020.

TWE and Diageo cut profit guidance as coronavirus evolves

Published: 26 February, 2020

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) and Diageo have both trimmed their profit guidance for the second time this year as coronavirus continues to evolve.

Mentzendorff wins Colombo agency

Published: 26 February, 2020

Rhône Valley winemaker Jean-Luc Colombo has appointed Mentzendorff & Co as his exclusive agent in the UK.

McGuigan launches premium red blend range in UK

Published: 26 February, 2020

Australia’s McGuigan Wines has unveiled a new premium range of wines in the UK.

Argento unveils single vineyard organic Malbec

Published: 25 February, 2020

Bodega Argento has released a new single vineyard organic Malbec for the UK on-trade and independent retailers.

Kingsland opens its £1.2m canning line

Published: 25 February, 2020

Kingsland Drinks has opened its £1.2m canning line at its Irlam, Manchester, site.

LWF reveals Wine Buyers Awards shortlist

Published: 25 February, 2020

London Wine Fair (LWF) has revealed the shortlist for its new Wine Buyers Awards.

New UK commercial director for William Grant

Published: 25 February, 2020

Leading UK spirits producer William Grant & Sons has made Joanna Austin its commercial director for the UK and Ireland.

Top Selection wins entire Duckhorn range

Published: 25 February, 2020

London-based wine merchant Top Selection is to distribute the whole portfolio of US producer Duckhorn in the UK.

New group CFO for Quintessential

Published: 24 February, 2020

International spirits producer Quintessential Brands has appointed Alex Pollard as its new group chief finance officer.

NZ research winery to open

Published: 24 February, 2020

The Bragato Research Institute (BRI), New Zealand winegrowers’s new research winery, is to open on 27 February.

Govt immigration plans to disrupt hospitality sector

Published: 24 February, 2020

The hospitality sector fears damage from the government’s new point-based immigration plan, a new survey has revealed.

Vivino faces legal challenge in Sweden

Published: 24 February, 2020

Vivino, the leading wine app is facing legal trouble in Sweden, the Times is reporting this morning.

BBR takes the plunge at $3.9m Napa Auction

Published: 23 February, 2020

British merchant Berry Bros & Rudd was among the winning bidders at the annual Premiere Napa Valley Auction on Saturday, which raised $3.9m in support of Napa Valley Vintners.