Global trading platform for bulk-wine industry launched

This week sees the launch of a new web-based exchange for the global bulk-wine industry.

UK retains Champagne export crown as sales return to growth

The UK continued its unbroken reign as the world's largest Champagne export market in 2015, according to figures released today by the Comité Champagne.

Grand Cercle hosts first UK en primeur tasting for promising 2015 vintage

The Grand Cercle des Vins de Bordeaux is to hold its 2015 vintage tasting on Wednesday, March 23.

Isle of Arran releases 18 Year Old Single Malt as distillery turns 21

Isle of Arran Distillers is to release an 18 Year Old Single Malt as it celebrates its 21st anniversary this year.

Hallgarten marks International Women's Day with Women With Bottle promotion

Leading UK distributor Hallgarten Druitt & Novum has launched a three-month promotion celebrating women winemakers to coincide with International Women's Day on March 8.

Bibendum PLB bolsters US portfolio with four new wineries

The Bibendum PLB Group has announced the addition of four boutique US wineries to its portfolio ahead of the Go West tasting in London this week.

Maggie's Farm rum wins ACSA best in show second year running

Pennsylvania-based Allegheny Distilling has taken home the best-in-show medal from the American Craft Spirits Association's annual awards for its Maggie's Farm rum the second year in a row.

ITV launches 13-part series on wine

ITV is to air an exclusive new series exploring the world of wine, to be hosted by actors Matthew Goode and Matthew Rhys.

Flint Wines to showcase extensive new Italian portfolio at annual tasting

Wolfburn distillery returns to life after 150 years

The first whisky to be released in 150 years from the Thurso-based Wolfburn distillery will hit the UK market next month.

Portugal wine exports up in UK as quality message hits home

Portugal's wine exports to the UK grew 4% in value in 2015, according to figures released yesterday by ViniPortugal.

Gin Guild unveils line-up for third annual Ginposium

The Gin Guild has announced details of its third annual Ginposium one-day event.

Wines from Spain to showcase innovation and diversity at 2016 tasting

Wines from Spain will this year be hosting its 27th annual trade fair at London's Tobacco Dock on Thursday, April 14.

Champagne de Castelnau unveils limited release Blanc de Blancs Vintage 2003

Champagne de Castelnau is to release a rare Blanc de Blancs from the challenging 2003 vintage.

Diageo brings back Johnnie Walker Green Label to drive Scotch growth

Diageo Reserve Brands is to re-introduce its Johnnie Walker Green Label blended malt to the core Johnnie Walker range worldwide.

Croft Pink raises profile with new 50cl bottle

The Fladgate Partnership has released a new 50cl bottle for its Croft Pink Rosé Port designed to appeal to both the on- and off-trade.

Gatwick targets premium gin market with unique on-site distillery and bar

Gatwick's North Terminal has opened what is believed to be the world's first on-site airport gin distillery and bar.

UK Scotch sales bounced back in 2015 after 2% duty cut

Sales of Scottish whisky in the UK returned to growth last year after years of decline, according to figures released today by the Scottish Whisky Association.

Think Gin Awards: the winners

There was understandably tough competition for this year's Think Gin Awards, but the following category champions were singled out by our judges for their spirited and imaginative work with the gin category.

Wine Australia expands ProWein showcase to reflect diversity

Wine Australia will be celebrating the storied history of Australian wines at its largest showcase yet at ProWein this month.