The Drinks Wholesaler: A little of what they like

Welcome to our autumn issue of Drinks Wholesaler, which is packed with the usual medley of analysis, insights, viewpoints and features, plus original research into the wine market, commissioned and shared by Crown Cellars, appearing for the first time here. 

Tesco on top as UK supermarkets fight back

For the first time in at least two years, the UK's leading supermarkets experienced two consecutive months of growth in both money taken at the till and volume of goods sold.

Shares plunge 25% at Majestic following profit warning

Shares of Britain's largest specialist wine retailer plummeted this morning following an announcement from the company that it expects profits to fall far below expectations in 2017.

Enotria&Coe to host panel discussion with female game-changers

Wholesaler and importer Enotria&Coe are hosting a panel discussion and tasting with a line-up of top women working in wine.

Rising stars to appear at first Sud de France tasting since Occitanie extension

The body which overseas an promotes premium wines from the southern France, is due to hold its first annual tasting since the Occitanie region was extended to include both the Languedoc-Roussillon and the Sud Ouest.

Training with the WSET: Climbing the education ladder

As most people in the trade will tell you, learning about wines and spirits is the Mastermind specialist subject you never stop prepping for.

Condor Wines expands South American portfolio with Wines of Uruguay partnership

Chilean and Argentinean wine specialist Condor Wines and Wines of Uruguay UK have formed a partnership to become one of the UK's top specialist importers of premium South American wines.

Chapel Down launches in the US

Chile's Santa Rita welcomes new winemaker

Viña Santa Rita has announced the appointment of Oscar Salas as head winemaker of the Santa Rita 120 tier of wines.

South African wine reaches all time high at auction

Prices at the 42nd annual Nederburg Auction reached all all-time high at the weekend.

Robinsons adds trio to South African portfolio

Robinsons Brewery are about to begin an exclusive partnership with three South African boutique wine producers.

Vins de Bordeaux launches promo campaign with leading restaurant group

The Bordeaux Wine Council (CIVB) is running a promotional campaign with six brands within one of the UK's leading restaurant and pub companies.

More time spent eating and drinking is a window of opportunity for the trade

Despite leisure time being increasingly squeezed, consumers are devoting more and more time to eating and drinking, new data suggests.

UK Indian Summer and frost in Champagne spells success for English wines

Winemakers at Naked Wines are predicting a top vintage for English Sparkling wine thanks to a September heat wave and low rainfall.

Analysis: Soave has evolved

If searching for lighter white wines that are easily accessible and affordable, possessing a rich history with a signature grape variety and complex soils with the capacity to age (if given a chance), a keen shop owner or sommelier would be advised to look into the 'New Soave'.

Tesco showcases revamped own brand range at autumn tasting

Tesco showcased over 130 wines at the Hospital Club in Covent Garden at its autumn retail tasting this week.

French microalgae may be the answer to key vine diseases

A microalgae found in the sea off Brittany's coastline can wipe-out key vine diseases with new scientific tests in France showing 100% efficiency in destroying Downey Mildew. The major scientific breakthrough could provide natural alternatives to the use of pesticides on vineyards.

AdVini acquires a 50% share of share in Ken Forrester Vineyards

AdVini, a predominately French wine estate owner, has acquired a 50% share in South African producer Ken Forrester Vineyards.

31 days of German Riesling winners announced

The annual push to promote Germany's most famous grape has come to an end, with additional categories created to reflect the quality of entrants.

Clegg addresses "denial and disbelief" at Brexit Ipsos Mori debate

Brexit was at the heart of informative discussions at two leading institutions in London yesterday, at the WSTA's annual conference and Ipsos Mori's panel discussion featuring former Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg.