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Wines in the press, January 19 -22

Published:  24 January, 2012

The Guardian
Fiona Becektt is looking at Australian Shiraz.

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The euro makes short term gains between sterling and US dollar

Published:  24 January, 2012

The euro has had a good few days gaining against sterling and the US dollar.

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Spar launches instore responsible drinking radio ad

Published:  24 January, 2012

Spar UK is urging its retailers to show their commitment to responsible alcohol sales, by promoting government initiatives with an instore radio advert.

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TWIF predicts Liv-ex 100 to rise in 2012

Published:  24 January, 2012

Fine wine investment specialist, The Wine Investment Fund (TWIF) predicts that the main wine index (the Liv-ex 100) will finish 2012 10% above its 2011 year-end level.

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JK Marketing teams up with Wines of Brazil

Published:  24 January, 2012

JK Marketing is to team up with Wines of Brazil to organise UK events throughout 2012.

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WSET awards: 30% more students in 2011

Published:  24 January, 2012

Last night's glittering WSET awards ceremony at London's Guildhall saw Majestic Wines once again take home a huge haul of gongs.

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Consumers eating out less often, says Horizons

Published:  23 January, 2012

Eating out is becoming a treat reserved for special occasions, as the number of times consumers dine out is falling given the squeeze on spending.

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Wine writer Matthew Jukes wins top Australian award

Published:  23 January, 2012

Wine journalist Matthew Jukes has been crowned Honorary Australian of the Year for his contribution to the Australian wine industry.

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Last chance to register for Bibendum annual tasting

Published:  23 January, 2012

Bibendum is calling for last chance to register for its annual tasting 'Just Add... Bibendum: Ingredients for Success in 2012'.

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PLB launches wholesale roadshow

Published:  20 January, 2012

UK importer, PLB is to launch its first regional roadshow in February, in order to unveil its new and improved wholesale portfolio.

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Accolade buys Chinese wine distribution firm

Published:  20 January, 2012

Accolade Wines is expanding into China with the purchase of a majority stake in a Shanghai-based wine distribution business.

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Sterling drops against euro as UK consumer confidence falls

Published:  20 January, 2012

Sterling dropped below €1.20/£1 against the euro after a survey showed that consumer confidence in the UK fell to the lowest level for seven years.

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Julian Dyer to join Australian Vintage

Published:  20 January, 2012

Julian Dyer, senior wine buyer at Sainsbury's is leaving to join Australian Vintage.

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Australian Vintage recruits Sainsbury's Julian Dyer

Published:  20 January, 2012

Australian Vintage is beefing up its off-trade team with the recruitment of Sainsbury's senior wine buyer, Julian Dyer.

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Two US based alcoholic drinks breach Portman Code

Published:  19 January, 2012

Two US based alcoholic drinks, Suck & Blow alcoholic jelly tubes, and Crunk Juce have breached alcohol responsibility rules, as laid out by The Portman Group.

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Pernod Ricard UK appoints senior roles

Published:  19 January, 2012

Pernod Ricard UK has made three senior appointments to its executive committee and senior management group, with immediate effect.

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Grand Union expands executive management team

Published:  19 January, 2012

London-based bar operator Grand Union, has appointed a new executive management team, ahead of plans to open at least three sites in 2012.

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Sterling rises against dollar due to IMF boost

Published:  19 January, 2012

Sterling hit the highest level against the US dollar for a week yesterday.

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Jascots to distribute Champagne Pannier

Published:  18 January, 2012

On-trade specialist Jascots, is to distribute Champagne Pannier throughout the UK.

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Clem Yates swaps Sainsbury's for Off Piste Wines

Published:  18 January, 2012

Clem Yates MW is to leave her winemaker role at Sainsbury's to join the supply side of the wine industry by becoming the new sourcing and supply director of Off-Piste Wines.

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