Pernod Ricard has agreed the sale of its international wine brands to Australian Wine Holdco for an undisclosed fee.
Ramsbury distillery to expand into whisky
Wiltshire-based distillery Ramsbury, known for its London Dry Gin and Estate Vodka, has begun preparations to release English whiskies.
Scarfes Bar partners with Appleton Estate Rum
Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London is partnering with Appleton Estate Rum for an exclusive cocktail menu this month.
The Glenrothes launches The 42
The Glenrothes has launched The 42, a limited release single malt whisky, inspired by the colour and character of the distillery’s Highland home.
Purcari Winery acquires stake in Bulgaria's Angel's Estate Winery
Purcari Wineries PLC has announced the signing of the Share Purchase Agreement for a 76% stake in Bulgarian joint stock company Angel’s Estate Winery.
2022 Harvest Report from Jackson Estate
With the 2022 harvest now completed, the team at Jackson Estate have reflected on the last few months, describing it as “a vintage of challenge”.
Bollinger Group acquires Sancerre estate Hubert Brochard
Bollinger Group, in addition to five other estates in France and the US, has acquired the Sancerre historic estate, Hubert Brochard.
The Macallan and Bentley Motors announce partnership
The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky and Bentley Motors have announced a partnership with a key focus on sustainability.
Pernod Ricard says its New Zealand wine brands Brancott Estate and Stoneleigh will be unable to meet global Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc supply this year after one of the smallest New Zealand harvests in 10 years.
Appleton Estate releases limited series of rare pot-still rums
Appleton Estate has launched its Hearts Collection, a limited-release of three pot-still rums aged between 21-26 years.
Accolade Wines purchases Katnook Estate
Accolade Wines has acquired the historic Katnook Estate in Coonawarra from Wingara Wine Group.
Tiki Estate Pinot Gris 2011 launches
New Zealand winemankers Tiki Wines has released a 2011 Pinot Gris to the UK, Finland, Iceland, Channel Islands, Ireland and the domestic market.
Ara Wines launches One Estate in UK
New Zealand’s Ara Wines has launched One Estate, a sparkling wine made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, in the UK.
Hine launches new cognac
Hine Vintage Cognacs has developed a new “high-end” VSOP which will be exclusive to travel retail. The new cognac will be revealed at TFWA Cannes from October 18 -22.
Montana becomes Brancott Estate
Pernod Ricard has decided to dump the Montana brand name and re-name New Zealand’s flagship Sauvignon Blanc, Brancott Estate.
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Ben Branson on the future of non-alc spirits
In his inaugural column for Drinks International, Branson takes a wider look at the overall non-alcoholic spirits sector to identify which brands will thrive and which won’t survive.
