Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits has reported a net loss of €38.4 million for 2020.
Melissa Draycott will take over from Martin Skelton as managing director of Gonzalez Byass UK in September.
Errazuriz Wine Photographer of the Year Revealed
Oscar Oliveras has won the prestigious Errazuriz Wine Photographer of the Year award for this image of Semillon grapes being gathered in Saussignac, France.
We caught up with Katie Souter of Vin-X to learn more about why fine wine could make an appealing investment opportunity during the current economic climate.
Freixenet Copestick has expanded its portfolio by signing an exclusive distribution partnership with Chilean producer The Garage Wine Co.
New Zealand wine: Covid's highs and lows
While New Zealand has managed the pandemic better than most, a lack of tourism and difficulties with shipping have taken a toll on wine sales. Martin Green reports.
Casillero del Diablo launches Spanish Tempranillo
Leading Chilean wine brand Casillero del Diablo is expanding into Spain by launching a Tempranillo from Cariñena.
Campo Viejo to launch Winemaker’s Blend in the UK
Campo Viejo has announced the launch of Winemaker’s Blend, a new blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Bobal.
The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands 2021 will be revealed in a countdown on YouTube from 6pm GMT on April 1.
Champagne Lanson enters new US deal with Terlato Wine Group
Terlato Wine Group has announced an exclusive sales and marketing agreement with Champagne Lanson to become effective April 1, 2021.
Wine research and content company Liquid Icons has launched The Golden Vines Awards and fundraising event that will support diversity and inclusion-related wine education funding globally.
Kingsland Drinks champions alternative grape varieties
UK importer Kingsland Drinks is championing alternative grape varieties that have the potential to drive excitement and experimentation among consumers.
The Golden Vines Awards will raise money to fund wine education programmes for black and ethnic minority students
The Golden Vines Awards will celebrate the star performers in the fine wine industry when the inaugural ceremony takes place in London on October 7.
I Heart Wines sales exceeded 31m bottles in 2020
More than 31 million bottles of the I Heart wine brand were sold in 2020 after it enjoyed significant growth in several international markets.
Halewood to offload Eisberg wines to Schloss Wachenheim
Alcohol free wine brand Eisberg is set to be acquired by Schloss Wachenheim AG (SWA) from Halewood Artisanal Spirits.
Southern Glazer’s to acquire Epic Wine & Spirits
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the largest wine and spirits distributor in the United States, has signed a national distribution agreement with Foley Family Wines.
Natural and organic online wine shop launches in the UK
Natural and organic ecommerce wine shop, Lucy’s Wine, has launched in the UK.
Wine Access acquires Napa Valley merchant 750 wines
Online retailer Wine Access has acquired Napa Valley merchant 750 Wines for an undisclosed fee.
The wine retailer banking on Bitcoin
A luxury online wine retailer has enjoyed a surge in demand after the value of Bitcoin increased by around 1,000%.
Freixenet Copestick celebrates strong Christmas trading
Freixenet Copestick cemented its status as the UK’s leading supplier of sparkling wine by increasing sales 21% over the Christmas trading period.
Indian bars send signature serves to customers' homes
In May 2020, when the lockdown was still at its strictest in India, Sidecar bar in New Delhi received the good news that it was the only Indian bar to have made it to the coveted 50 Best Bars in Asia list.
BTC Wine sees demand spike following Bitcoin bull run
A luxury online wine retailer has enjoyed a surge in demand after the value of Bitcoin increased by around 1,000% between March 2020 and January 2021.
IWSR purchases Wine Intelligence
Global drinks industry data provider IWSR has purchased consumer insights firm Wine Intelligence for an undisclosed sum.
Wine.com sales increased 119% during 2020
U.S. online retailer Wine.com has revealed that revenue increased 119% year-on-year to reach $329 million during 2020.
2020: Online sales' record year
Ecommerce has broken into markets that barely knew it existed pre-pandemic - and forcasts for the alcohholic drinks sector are very positive. Martin Green reports.
China imposes 212% tariff on Australian wine
China has slapped a 212% tariff on Australian wine as diplomatic tensions between the two nations continue to mount.
Wine.com reports 217% revenue increase
Leading US online retailer Wine.com has reported a 217% year-on-year revenue increase for the six months to September 30.
Naked Wines' James Crawford reflects upon H1 results
Drinks International caught up with Naked Wines’ chief financial officer James Crawford to discuss the firm’s impressive H1 results.
Naked Wines revenues increase 79.6%
Naked Wines enjoyed 79.6% revenue growth in the six months to September 28 after demand for online wine purchases soared during the lockdown.
Bruce Jack discusses South African wine trade's challenges
Renowned South African winemaker Bruce Jack speaks to Drinks International about the challenges the industry has faced this year and its future prospects.
Rueda ramps up focus on exports
The Rueda wine region plans to significantly ramp up its focus on export markets after overhauling its Denomination of Origin regulations.
Milestone Beverages eyes expansion across Asia Pacific
Joe Milner's Milestone Beverages has been driving expansion through Asia, and it is now eyeing new markets. Martin Green hears how the company plans to move forward.
Australia grows wine exports by 4%
Strong demand in the UK and China allowed Australia to increase wine exports by 4% during the 12 months to September 30.
Harrods head of wine and spirits moves to Mocktail Beverages
Ed Gerard has left his role of head of wines and spirits at upmarket retailer Harrods to join Mocktail Beverages as global business development director.
Adelaide Hills winemaker Taras Ochota has passed away
Legendary Adelaide Hills winemaker Taras Ochota has died after a long battle with illness.
Trade groups urge EU and US to end tariff war
Eighteen trade associations have joined forces to call for an immediate elimination of the retaliatory tariffs that the US and EU have imposed upon spirits, wine and beer.
Darren Gough unveils Care for Wild wine range
England cricket legend Darren Gough has officially launched his eagerly anticipated Care for Wild wine range in partnership with Freixenet Copestick.
Trade show heavyweights Comexposium and Vinexpo have now officially joined forces to create a new company called Vinexposium.
Champagne sales soar as Brits find cause for celebration
UK retailers enjoyed soaring sales of Champagne and sparkling wine as the country basked in warm weather during the four weeks to September 5.
Accolade Wines purchases Katnook Estate
Accolade Wines has acquired the historic Katnook Estate in Coonawarra from Wingara Wine Group.
Australian winemakers count the cost following The Wine Society collapse
Australian winemakers look set to receive just $20,000 of the $2 million they are owed after The Wine Society plunged into administration.
BAME Wine Professionals aims to promote diversity in the wine trade
A new online resource is dedicated to shining a light on “wine talent in the black, Asian and minority ethnic communities”.
Black Chalk makes inroads into Japanese sparkling wine market
English sparkling wine producer Black Chalk has announced plans to set up an office in Tokyo as it bids to crack the Japanese market.
Ramón Bilbao unveils new range of single vineyard Lalomba wines
Ramón Bilbao has unveiled a collection of high-quality, single vineyard wines in order to showcase some of the best terroirs from across the Rioja region.
Lebanese winery Ixsir gears up for export drive
Lebanese wine producer Ixsir is ramping up its focus on exports after the domestic market was hit by a double whammy of hyperinflation and Covid-19.
How to grow beer sales in a challenging market
In America, the beer category has lost volume to wine and spirit in recent years. There are several reasons for this.
Agora aims to reignite a passion for vermouth
A vermouth lover aims to bring finesse and balance to the category with the launch of his small-batch Agora Vermouth.
South African president Cyril Ramaphosa has reinstated the country’s ban on alcohol sales in a bid to free up beds for Covid-19 patients.
Prosecco DOCG achieved record sales in 2019
The Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG produced and sold a record 92 million bottles in 2019 after enjoying a large harvest the previous year.