Matthew Clark 2016 tasting details announced

Leading on-trade distributor Matthew Clark has announced the details of its annual tasting, to be held at London's Tobacco Dock on March 8.

Successful launch for Ireland's Dublin City Gin

Dublin, Ireland's capital, is the inspiration behind the country's latest gin, recently launched in the city.

New UK managing director for Sogrape

Portuguese wine producer Sogrape has appointed Gonçalo Sousa Machado as its new managing director in the UK.

Conviviality half-year figures show impact of Matthew Clark acquisition

Conviviality plc has released its first half-year results since its reverse takeover of leading on-trade distributor Matthew Clark last autumn.

Laithwaite's predicts big sales boost for Thirsty February

Laithwaite's Wines is predicting a sales uplift of 35% this week after research shows that 3.7 million people will have completed the Dry January abstinence challenge.

New marketing and communications director for Côtes du Rhône Wines

Inter Rhône, the joint professional organization for Côtes du Rhône and Rhône Valley AOC wines, has appointed Virginie Charlier as its new marketing and communications director.

Bacardi brings FOI suit against US government in Havana Club dispute

Bacardi has upped the ante in its longrunning fight with Pernod Ricard over the Havana Club brand by filing a Freedom of Information Act request with the US Department of Treasury.

Change of leadership at Sherry Wines UK

Graham Hines, the longstanding director of Sherry Wines UK, has announced his retirement.

Riesling Fellowship adds two new members at gala dinner

Carlsberg unveils world's best shopping trolley. Probably

Carlsberg has partnered with car customisation specialists Yiannimize to launch what it says is probably the best shopping trolley in the world.

Ridgeview Wine Estate wins popular award

The Ridgeview Wine Estate was last night proclaimed Sussex Drink Producer of the Year at the 10th annual Sussex Food and Drinks Awards held at Brighton's Amex Stadium.

Copestick Murray expands again with new off-trade hire

Copestick Murray has underlined its rapid growth with a further key new appointment for its sales team.

Pernod Ricard snaps up German premium gin brand Monkey 47

Pernod Ricard has bought a majority stake in leading German craft gin brand Monkey 47, the French drinks giant announced today.

Warner Edwards reaps rewards of on-trade effort

Northampton-based gin distillers, Warner Edwards grew by 400% in the on-trade across 2015, the company has said.

New Zealand wine exports hit record high

New Zealand exported a record £696 million-worth of wine in 2015, according to figures from New Zealand Winegrowers released today.

Diageo turns a corner with positive half-year results

Diageo posted a 1.8% organic rise in sales for the six months to December 31, 2015, according the figures released by the company today.

Prestigious AfrAsia Bank Cape Wine Auction announces 2016 return

The AfrAsia Bank Cape Wine Auction is set to return on February 12 and 13 this year.

New Accolade Wine GM issues a 'word of warning' as Australian wines face a battle ahead

At the Australia Day Tasting held this week in London, Accolade Wines new general manager for the UK and Ireland Rob Harrison issued a 'word of warning' that challenges lay ahead for Australian wines, which now sits below the average price of wine of £5.83 at just £5.20.

Exton Park partners with H2Vin for on-trade push

Newly launched Hampshire vineyard Exton Park has partnered with premium on-trade distribution specialist H2Vin to push its wines to restaurants and hotels in London and elsewhere.

Douglas Laing launches limited edition cask strength Rock Oyster whisky

Douglas Laing & Co has announced the release of its Limited Edition Cask Strength Rock Oyster Island Malt Scotch Whisky.