UK market strong for Rémy as China and Greece hit Cognac and liqueur group's sales

Rémy Cointreau enjoyed "healthy momentum" for its Rémy Martin Cognac brand in the UK as the French group reported an 11.2% increase in global sales for the brand in the quarter to June.

Multi-vintage Lallier Champagne makes UK debut through Boutinot

Champagne Lallier has released the first cuvée in its Série R collection of multi-vintage NV Champagnes through Boutinot in the UK.

Hallgarten launches campaign to get independents behind 'weird and wonderful' varieties

Hallgarten Druitt & Novum Wines has embarked on a campaign to drive interest from independent wine merchants in the "weird and wonderful" wines in its portfolio.

Treasury sells Asti wine estate in Sonoma to Gallo

Australia's Treasury Wine Estates has sold its Asti Winery in Sonoma County in California to Gallo.

Edinburgh gin revamped with bartender-friendly slimline bottle

Spencerfield Spirit has bought out a new slimline bottle for its Edinburgh Gin brand which it says makes it easier to handle for bartenders.

UK release for Berry Bros & Rudd's Glenrothes Vintage Reserve

Stanley Gibbons buys Bid For Wine online auction platform

Stamp and antique dealer Stanley Gibbons Group has bought the online fine wine auction platform Bid For Wine.

Bordeaux group sends wine under the sea in a bid to accelerate ageing

Gosling's rum and ginger beer set sail with official drink status for the America's Cup

Gosling-Castle Partners has signed a deal for its Gosling's rum and Gosling's Stormy ginger beer to become official drinks of yachting's America's Cup in 2017.

Wine producers must be alert to the growing threat of cider - Rabobank

Alizé spirit brand links with Rinse FM in urban music marketing push

The Alizé French spirits brand is being supported by an international marketing campaign linked with contemporary music.

Winners celebrate after success in the 2015 International Wine Challenge

Laithwaites has been named Merchant of the Year in the 32^nd International Wine Challenge announced at the Hilton Hotel in London's Park Lane last night.

Bulk prices hit value of Australian wine exports to the UK as China's status grows

Shipments of Australian wine to the UK fell 1.5% in the year to the end of June as the country's winemakers saw sales to China soar.

Surrey police arrest four and seize alcohol after break-in at English wine producer Denbies

Four people have been arrested by Surrey police after reports of a break-in at Denbies Wines Estate in the early hours of yesterday morning.

The quietest bar on earth and a sonic cucumber bath will support Hendrick's gin at Edinburgh Fringe

Hendrick's gin will be exploring the world of cocktails and sound in its activity at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August.

Bordeaux brand Mouton Cadet tees off with golf deal at the Open

Bordeaux wine brand Mouton Cadet is the official wine supplier to The Open golf tournament which started yesterday and reaches a climax on Sunday.

Beer Academy launches first online course to equip on-trade staff with the basics

Training organisation the Beer Academy has launched an online Beer Steward qualification, which enables on-trade staff to gain a sound understanding of the basics of beer, from brewing to serving customers.

Boutinot releases entry-level Spanish wine pair for independents

Boutinot has worked with Spanish producer Bodegas Murviedro to produce a red and a white entry level wine aimed at the on-trade and independent retailers.

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.

Laithwaites wins top merchant award as all the 2015 IWC winners take a bow

Laithwiates has been named Merchant of the Year in the 32^nd International Wine Challenge announced at the Hilton Hotel in London's Park Lane tonight.