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Late night levy will damage high street firms

Published:  12 April, 2012

A late-night levy to be imposed on the restaurant and bar sector will damage business and degrade the high street, says the Forum for Private Business.

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Sterling strengthens as FTSE recovers from 2012 lows

Published:  12 April, 2012

Sterling had a mixed day as the FTSE recovered from its 2012 lows yesterday, strengthening against the US dollar and the euro.

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New sales director for Barwell & Jones

Published:  11 April, 2012

Wine agency Barwell & Jones has appointed a new sales director to look after its premium wine portfolio.

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More regions look to sparkling

Published:  11 April, 2012

Up-and-coming regions turning their hand to sparkling wine production are giving Champagne a run for its money.

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Sailor Jerry to open gallery and bar

Published:  11 April, 2012

Rum brand, Sailor Jerry is to open a new concept venue later this month, that will double as a gallery and store by day, and gig and dive bar by night.

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Berry Bros & Rudd launches Titanic malt whisky

Published:  11 April, 2012

Berry Bros. & Rudd has released a limited edition single cask malt whisky to commemorate the centenary of the sinking of RMS Titanic.

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Sterling weakens against euro and dollar

Published:  11 April, 2012

Sterling had a mixed day weakening off against the euro and the US dollar.

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Multibuy ban has worse long-term impact on wine

Published:  10 April, 2012

Results from Scotland suggest the government's proposed ban on multibuy drinks promotions could have a worse long-term impact on wine sales than in beers and spirits.

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Wemyss Malts launches The Hive

Published:  10 April, 2012

Wemyss Malts has launched an eight year old blended malt, The Hive.

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Sterling reaches fresh highs against euro

Published:  10 April, 2012

Sterling weakened against the US dollar and rallied to a two and a half month high against the euro on Thursday as fears surrounding Spain dominated the markets.

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First Growth buyers look to other 'hot' Bordeaux wines

Published:  10 April, 2012

Other "hot" wines from the Bordeaux 2011 vintage are being sought out as buyers await First Growth pricing, according to wine retailer Slurp.

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Wines in the press, April 7-10

Published:  10 April, 2012

The Guardian

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Wine trade stalwart Guy Wilkes dies

Published:  05 April, 2012

Guy Wilkes, 49, has died following a battle with pancreatic cancer.

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VIDEO: Future Foundation's Barry Clark on minimum pricing

Published:  05 April, 2012

Proposed regulations around alcohol - such as minimum pricing - are gaining energy, and a greater degree of acceptance with the public, says the Future Foundation's Barry Clark.

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Pancho Campo looks outside wine after 'disgusting attacks'

Published:  05 April, 2012

Pancho Campo MW of the Wine Academy of Spain is switching his business away from wine trade-only events in part response to the "deeply upsetting" attacks he and his family have suffered in recent months.

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Olympics to provide Fairtrade boost

Published:  05 April, 2012

The Fairtrade Foundation is hoping the 12% value increase in wine sales in the off-trade, coupled with its Olympic supply partnership deal, will boost its on-trade profile.

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Moët & Chandon to sponsor UK Sommelier of the Year

Published:  05 April, 2012

Champagne house Moët & Chandon has signed a three-year sponsorship deal in support of the UK Sommelier of the Year competition.

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Speakeasy goes flower power for Chelsea Show

Published:  05 April, 2012

Secret speakeasy bar Barts is going flower power crazy in honour of The Chelsea Flower Show which will take place from May 22-26.

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Sterling reaches ten week high against euro

Published:  05 April, 2012

Sterling reached a two and a half month high against the euro yesterday afternoon, but fell against the US dollar.

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Wines of Germany launches 31 Days of German Riesling campaign

Published:  04 April, 2012

Wines of Germany is calling for entries to its first UK, 31 Days of German Riesling promotion, that aims to reinvigorate the image of German Riesling to consumers.

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