Nick Clegg toasts Scotch whisky

The Deputy Prime Minister praised the Scotch whisky industry as it was announced that global exports are heading for a record year ? up 12% in the first 10 months of 2010.

Sterling struggles as industry orders fall

Revamped wine service from Hillebrand

Drinks logistics firm JF Hillebrand has launched an expanded distribution service for the European wine market.

Sterling slips due to high inflation figures

Sterling slipped yesterday against the euro and US dollar dropping from the highs seen on Tuesday, after UK inflation came in much higher than expected.

German Winegrowers Association supports planting ban

The German Winegrowers Association, supports plans to extend the German planting ban on new vineyards beyond 2015.

Sterling surges to eight week high

Sterling surged to an eight week high of $1.6060/£1 against the US dollar.

The International Food & Drink Event, IFE 11, announces international partner

The International Food & Drink Event, IFE 11, has announced The Green Seed Group as its international partner, in a move to help exhibitors and visitors based abroad secure listings in the UK.

Hélène Darroze at the Connaught awarded second Michelin star

Hélène Darroze has been awarded a second Michelin star for her restaurant, Hélène Darroze at the Connaught.

Hélène Darroze at the Connaught awarded second Michelin star

Hélène Darroze has been awarded a second Michelin star for her restaurant, Hélène Darroze at the Connaught.

Ministers announce ban on low cost alcohol

Ministers have today announced plans to ban the selling alcohol below the rate of duty + VAT.

Sterling jumps due to speculation of May interest rate rise

Sterling jumped to an eight week high against the US dollar and moved up against the euro after speculation that the Bank of England could raise interest rates as early as May.

Codorníu sponsors C4 series hosted by Olly Smith

Sparkling wine producer, Codorníu, has signed a broadcast deal with Channel 4 to sponsor its new food series, The Secret Supper Club.

Atkin quits The Times after 10 months

Tim Atkin MW has quit his wine column for The Times after 10 months after the space devoted to it was reduced.

Atkin quits The Times after 10 months

Tim Atkin MW has quit his wine column for The Times after 10 months after the space devoted to it was reduced.

Wines of Argentina declares 'Malbec World Day'

Wines of Argentina is declaring a Malbec World Day that aims to celebrate the country's core varietal through consumer and retail activity.

FindWine announces consumer wine critic competition

Online wine retailer FindWine has announced a consumer competition search for a wine reviewer and critic.

Business owners frustrated by tax laws

New research has found small business owners are so frustrated with the complexity of the UK tax system that they would pay more just to see it simplified.

En primeur fraudster jailed

A man who defrauded customers of almost £1 million in en primeur wine sales has been imprisoned for seven and a half years.

En primeur fraudster jailed

A man who defrauded customers of almost £1 million in en primeur wine sales has been imprisoned for seven and a half years.

En primeur fraudster jailed

A man who defrauded customers of almost £1 million in en primeur wine sales has been imprisoned for seven and a half years.