Sherry en vogue at Wines of Spain masterclass

"We have to keep the fire burning". This was the message from distinguished Jerez winemaker Beltran Domecq at the sherry masterclass at Wines from Spain's yesterday, when quizzed on the future of the category and maintaining the wave of popularity that sherry is currently enjoying.

Schenk Group purchases Italian winery

Leading wine supplier Buckingham Schenk's parent company has purchased a new winery in Tuscany.

Mouton Cadet returns for 25th year at Cannes Film Festival

Mouton Cadet Wine Bar will be celebrating a landmark year when it re-opens its exclusive annual wine bar at Cannes International Film Festival next month.

Pinkster gin jumps aboard for partnership with global cosmetics brand

Premium gin Pinkster has been selected to set sail with a global beauty brand, as a primary spirits provider.

Bibendum and Bidvest Foodservice team up for "less-is-more" wine menu

A new range from Bidvest Foodservice is being positioned to target those looking for a recognisable, easy-to-drink wine list.

IWC announces new Cellar Door of the Year Award in partnership with VisitEngland

A new award has been set up at the world's largest wine competition to discover and celebrate England's best vineyard experience.

Calvados Boulard goes for the twist with cocktail on trade strategy

Calvados Boulard has unveiled its new plan to put its brand of cider spirit back on bar menus, with its range of classic cocktails-with-a-twist.

Chairman to depart from drinks giant Diageo

The board at Smirnoff-producer Diageo has announced their chairman will be stepping down after eight years in the post.

Yealands launches New Zealand's first vineyard tour guide app

A New Zealand winery is paving the way for enhancing visitor experience with new technology by launching a first of its kind vineyard tour app.

Stock Spirits criticse top shareholder who seeks to oust CEO

Stock Spirits has hit back at its largest individual shareholder for trying to depose its chief executive officer while having a "conflict of interest".

Waitrose adds 12 new English Sparkling wines to range

Waitrose has announced its decision to expand its current range of English and Welsh wine by a quarter.

Famille Hugel pays tribute to unexpected death of son Etienne

Famille Hugel have announced the sudden death of Etienne Hugel on Saturday (April 9).

New vodka brand unfazed by gains in gin

Marks and Spencer food sales grow market share

Sales of clothing and homeware at Marks and Spencer continued to fall in the fourth quarter, but the food and drinks section continues to be a saving grace for the high street stalwart.

The London Wine Fair 2016 to showcase most content in 36-year history

This year's London Wine Fair will play host to the largest ever schedule of debates, tastings and seminars, with more than 100 sessions planned across the three days. 

UK market is still the place to be seen after Wines Unearthed "inundated" by applicants

The current reputation of the UK wine market is that it has reached saturation point.

Semi-finalists to go head-to-head in Moët UK Sommelier of the Year 2016

The twelve semi-finalists who have made it through to the penultimate round of the Moët UK Sommelier of the Year competition have been announced.

French winegrowers draining Spanish tankers is "in breach of EU trade laws" says largest Spanish producer

On Monday, the world watched as footage emerged of furious French winegrowers draining Spanish tankers onto the motorway as tensions arose over the volume of cheap wine being imported into the country.

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Competition aims to boost sales of South African wines in the on-trade

Wines of South Africa's triennial Sommelier Cup competition is now accepting entries as the organisation strives to boost on-trade sales.