Insights: Groceries Code Adjudicator urges trade to be more vocal despite a 'climate of fear'

Suppliers and retailer relations were under the spotlight at the Groceries Code Adjudicator's recent annual conference and the industry is being urged to be more vocal despite 'a climate of fear and an aspect of futility'.

Q&A: Julie Campos takes the helm of Nicolas Feuillatte

It's been six months since Julie Campos took the helm at Nicolas Feuillatte. Erin Smith caught up with her to find out how she plans to shake up the status quo for the iconic Champagne brand

International Wine Challenge 2015 Sake Competition Winners

Nearly 900 sakes battled it out for medals at this year's International Wine Challenge 2015.  Congratulations to all the winners for a fantastic year in a category that continues to expand.

Analysis: The squeeze on supermarket wine aisles

As multiples battle for share, tough times lie ahead for supermarkets and suppliers and the challenges facing the sector

Insights: California proves to be a golden opportunity for the on-trade and independents

Sales of premium California wines have been picking up speed in the UK and many producers in the Golden State are looking to the UK as an export market full of opportunities.

Q&A: Steve Fennell, Sanford Winery & Vineyards

Steve Fennell, general manager and head winemaker at Sanford Winery & Vineyards located in Santa Rita Hills, talks about the winery that helped put the region on the map in the infamous film Sideways

Interview: Robinsons Brewery doubles turnover with five-year plan

How does a traditional drinks business double turnover, margin and cash profit in the space of five years? Angela Mount meets Paul Robinson and Noel Reid of Robinsons Brewery to find out

Guy Woodward: When it comes to consumer engagment it's good to talk - isn't it?

There I was, happily pontificating at one of the many excellent Industry Briefings at this year's London Wine Fair...

Tim Atkin MW: The quality and diversity of Georgia

Analysis: HMRC's crackdown on alcohol's black market

Tackling duty evasion and illicit activity within the drinks trade was a key message in last week's Budget, but what does it mean for the trade?

The Smith Report: Could the Greece debt crisis have implications for the wine trade?

Could the Greece debt crisis have implications for the wine trade? Take a loot at the events leading up to the dramatic collapse and what the uncertainty means for the wine world

Insight: UK closures battle it out

The closure battle is becoming a two-horse race in the UK - and it's getting harder to pick a winner.

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Analysis: Ayo Akintola talks about Oddbins' digital growth strategy and poaching Naked Wines' staff

Oddbins boss Ayo Akintola talks to Rosie Davenport about his growth strategy and why trying to poach Naked Wines' staff is fair game

Justin Keay: Takes a look at English still wines at Bolney Wine Estate

Winning at Wimbledon is every tennis players dream. This summer though it also became a reality for  Bolney Wine Estate after its award-winning Pinot Gris was selected as an official wine at the world famous tennis tournament. This hasn't been the only recent accolade served to Bolney's Pinot Gris - the wine is to be served up to first class British Airways flyers from next month.

Roberson Wines' Kensington Shop Closing: Top facts to know about what is behind the change

The closing of Roberson Wines Kensington shop took many in the trade by surprise.  Although some may see the change as dramatic shift for the company, we pulled together top questions and answers about what this means for one of London's most iconic businesses.

How consumers define 'value', the online channel and growth in spirits leading trends of 2015

This week William Grant & Sons UK released its annual Market Report highlighting key trends for 2015 including the current evolution of how consumers are defining value, the growth in online purchasing and the expansion of premium spirits.

On-trade premium wines sales soar for Matthew Clark

Matthew Clark's premium wine sales are up 10.7% across its customer base compared to last year  with restaurants and gastro pubs helping to drive growth.

Justin Keay: How multi-dimensional Italian wine suprises and impresses

Justine Keay asks: Has all of the good, interesting stuff somehow stayed home, to be drunk by discerning Italians? Last week's Definitive Italian Wine Tasting in London gave a definitive answer: No.

Roberson Wine to close Kensington shop to focus future on more 'dynamic' channels

Roberson Wine is set to close its flagship Kensington High Street shop on August 30, 2015 to focus its future growth on "sectors that are really showing the most dynamic growth."