Critics May May 29-31

Critics May May 22-24

What the press have to say over the May bank holiday weekend.

Australians say goodbye sherry, hello apera

Burgundy, champagne, sherry, port, tokay, vermouth and marsala have all started to disappear from Australian wine labels following an agreement over protected names with the European Union.

Carol Emmas - LIWF Day 1 - Different Opinions

First stop at the LIWF was 'Les Terroiristes du Midi' stand (H50) which has sparked a bit of controversy with its radical theme - just what was intended.

Critics May 9-11

What the wine critics have to say in the press this weekend.

Tesco targets stay at home wine drinkers

Supermarket giant Tesco is planning to bolster its wine sales in a £150 million revamp of its customer Clubcard.

LIWF - can you afford to miss it?

There are plenty of tailored events, tastings and seminars at the London International Wine Fair between May 12-14 to help you in your restaurant business.

Berrys secures Dubai duty-free listings

Berry Bros & Rudd has secured listings for 10 of its Own Selection wines in the Arrivals Hall Duty-Free Shop in Dubai's new terminal building.

Strong 2008 sales for Gallo

Sales of E&J Gallo wines surged upwards in 2008 despite tough economic conditions, the company has announced.

Wines in the Press: From Californian Chardonnay to century-old nectars

Jancis Robinson MW acquaints herself with wines from a bygone era and Jane MacQuitty lets us in on which tipples will be getting her through the winter months. Meanwhile Tim Atkin MW explains why his political persuasion is re-igniting his passion for American wines.

PLB adds new rosé to German range

PLB has extended its d:vine range from Germany, which it co-owns with Moselland, with the addition of a Pinot Noir Rosé QbA 2007. Targeted at the Off-Trade, it joins the Pinot Grigio QbA 2007 at an RRP of £4.98.

Chilano launches entry-level range

Vibrant Chilean brand Chilano is set to provide some much-needed cheer in today's economic doom and gloom with the introduction of a new £3.99 entry-level range. The Chilano 'Generics' trio has been created to extend both the brand's appeal and its existing Consumer base and will be unveiled at September's Wines of Chile tasting.

Wines from Rioja makes bid for thirty-something market

Wines from Rioja is making a bid to target young professionals with the launch of a high profile advertising campaign.

All Bar One offers "limited edition" rosés of the world

All Bar One, the bar chain owned by Mitchells & Butlers, has started offering a "Limited Edition wines list" to customers, starting this week with a selection of rosé wines.

The Sunday Express

Mother's Day is on Sunday and JAMIE GOODE has recommended five lighter wines to serve with late breakfast or brunch, so you can ensure that Mum can celebrate in style. He picks two Champagnes: Mumm's Ros NV (28.99; Oddbins) and Duval Leroy Fleur 1er Cru NV (19.99, Waitrose) and three aromatic varietals under 6: a demi-sec Vouvray, an Argentinean Torrontes and an off-dry Mosel Riesling.

All change for supermarket buying teams

Sainsbury's has appointed a new buyer to cover North America and Germany, while Somerfield has restructured its beer, wine and spirits team.

Split decision

It is inconceivable that the Cte d'Or would ever be regarded as a single entity, with no recognition of the differences between a Puligny-Montrachet and a Meursault. Yet, for the Clare Valley in South Australia, this is how it is. Though similar in length to the Cte d'Or, the Clare Valley is lumped into one catch-all appellation. But if you have ever tasted a selection of Rieslings from Polish Hill River, Watervale and Sevenhill this is clearly not one homogeneous zone.

Harveys urges Sherry drinkers to chill

Beam UK, owners of Sherry brand Harveys, is spending around 1 million this year in an attempt to persuade consumers to chill the product before they drink it.

New year, new show

Sainsbury's McEvoy moves to Thresher

Sainsbury's wine buyer Helen McEvoy is leaving on
17 November to join Threshers as senior wine buyer.