Olympics to provide Fairtrade boost

The Fairtrade Foundation is hoping the 12% value increase in wine sales in the off-trade, coupled with its Olympic supply partnership deal, will boost its on-trade profile.

Moët & Chandon to sponsor UK Sommelier of the Year

Champagne house Moët & Chandon has signed a three-year sponsorship deal in support of the UK Sommelier of the Year competition.

Speakeasy goes flower power for Chelsea Show

Secret speakeasy bar Barts is going flower power crazy in honour of The Chelsea Flower Show which will take place from May 22-26.

Sterling reaches ten week high against euro

Sterling reached a two and a half month high against the euro yesterday afternoon, but fell against the US dollar.

Wines of Germany launches 31 Days of German Riesling campaign

Wines of Germany is calling for entries to its first UK, 31 Days of German Riesling promotion, that aims to reinvigorate the image of German Riesling to consumers.

Champagne Lanson launches Union Jack limited edition

Champagne Lanson has created a limited edition Union Jack bottle (rrp £31.99) to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

Camel Valley launches £300 sparkling wine for jubilee

German Riesling stars in trade promo

In a bid to reinvigorate the image of German Riesling in the UK, Wines of Germany is launching an initiative to highlight the grape's food matching capabilities and versatility.

Sterling weakens despite strong construction PMI figures

Sterling had a poor day yesterday weakening off against the majority of currencies, despite the release of strong construction PMI figures, which showed the fastest growth in 21 months.

Chance to buy rare whiskey barrel

Jack Daniel's is offering trade outlets the chance to buy their own personalised barrel of Tennessee whiskey.

Discovery Wines in on-trade expansion deal

Discovery Wines has joined forces with Bottle Green as part of a major strategic push into the on-trade and independent sector.

'Mixed' findings from Bordeaux 2011

Initial reports from tastings of the Bordeaux 2011 vintage are mixed - with strict selection and "smart winemaking" some excellent wines have been produced, while others have been less successful.

Sterling rallies as manufacturing growth hits 10 month high

Sterling strengthened yesterday morning a better than expected manufacturing growth data was released, hitting a 10 month high.

Tamdhu whisky distillery to re-open with premium brand

Speyside's Tamdhu Distillery has reopened to produce a premium brand in 2013 aimed globally at aspirational and affluent connoisseurs.

Louis Latour Agencies expands sales team

Louis Latour Agencies expand its London sales team due to positive year-on-year growth.

Sterling breaks through 1.60 barrier against dollar

Sterling strengthened against the US dollar on Friday breaking through the 1.60 barrier for the first time since November 2011.

Wines in the press, March 30 - April 1

The Guardian
The end of March marks the beginning of a shift to lighter, fresher flavours, says Fiona Beckett.

APP Wine Law launches producer's legal guide

Specialist law firm, APP Wine Law, has launched a free guide to help producers understand the risks involved when taking on UK agents or distributors.

LIWF organisers bullish despite show shrinking

London International Wine Fair organisers are confident this year's show will be a success despite the show shrinking by 7.5 to 10% after high-profile exhibitors pulled out.

Blavod launches Red Leg spiced rum

Blavod Wines and Spirits has launched premium brand Red Leg, a spiced Caribbean rum, to the on-trade.