Asian bidders boost takings at Hospices de Beaune auction

The 152nd Hospices de Beaune wine auction has announced record results, with Asian bidders becoming the second most important after those from Europe.

Own-label wine sales flat

Despite huge investment in own-label wines by the major retailers, volumes are flat across the trade in the past year.

Register now for Chile Summit 2012

Time is running out to register for Harpers' upcoming Chile Summit 2012, giving UK drinks buyers a unique chance to learn more about premium Chilean wine and the opportunity it offers your business.

Miguel Torres scoops Wine Intelligence award

Miguel Torres, president of Bodegas Torres, has been awarded the latest Wine Intelligence 10 for 10 Business Award for the Penedès region.

William Grant launches 25 Year Old blend

William Grant & Sons has launched its Grant's 25 Year Old blend for the first time outside the travel retail market.

Wines in the press November 14- 18

Alan Holmes appointed to head up the Vineyard, Berkshire

Five star Berkshire hotel the Vineyard has appointed Alan Holmes as its new wine and restaurant director, taking over from Yohann Jousselin MS.

Bordeaux Wines teams up with rugby star Matt Dawson MBE

Bordeaux Wines is working with international rugby star Matt Dawson MBE on a booklet and series of video clips that will feature exclusive food and wine pairings.

Hotel du Vin owner MWB calls in Deloitte

MWB, the company behind Hotel Du Vin and Malmaison, has appointed administrators Deloitte as it struggles to refinance or find a buyer of its 26 hotels.

Ravenswood founder predicts a 'strong future for Californian wine'

California's godfather of Zin, Ravenswood founder Joel Peterson, predicts a strong future for the region's wine as the next generation of winemakers usher in "a whole new world".

Waverley administrators return £3.5m under retention of title claims

The administrators of the WaverleyTBS estate have so far returned £3.5 million worth of stock to trade creditors under retention of title claims.

VIDEO: Gerard Basset on the role of a sommelier??

Health secretary gives drinks trade his backing over Responsibility Deal

The new health secretary, Jeremy Hunt, has bolstered the drinks industry's spirits by giving its contribution to the Responsibility Deal his seal of approval.

New Thierry's owner moves to reassure wine suppliers

The new owner of Thierry's - now Watermill Wines - has moved to reassure suppliers he will do the best he can to pay their outstanding bills.

Harvest news - sustainable irrigation system aids TWP vintage

A sustainable irrigation system linked to a reservoir made a significant difference to this year's harvest, according to winemaker Stefano Girelli.

Top-end bubbly hits all-time high

Sales of top-end fizz have hit record highs as consumers "tired of austerity" splash out on affordable luxuries, according to leading trade players.

Olivier Dauga expands Prix Raisin award

Bordeaux wine consultant Olivier Dauga has announced that his Prix Raisin award will be increased to include marketing and financial services in 2013.

Leading Champagne houses hopeful about 2012 vintage

Perrier-Jouët has likened early results of this year's harvest to the 2004 vintage, while G.H.Mumm has declared it is "cautiously optimistic" now the grapes have been gathered and pressed.

Dror Nativ leaves Sainsbury's for M&S

Sainsbury's is to lose another high profile member of its BWS team as Dror Nativ leaves to join Marks & Spencer.

Balblair launches limited edition 1969 vintage