Pink chardonnay named as eighth champagne grape variety
Pink Chardonnay has been named an official grape variety authorised for use in champagne production by the Comité Champagne.
China’s wine market sees growing interest
The fifth China (Ningxia) International Wine Culture and Tourism Expo, has reported a “subtle transformation” in its wine industry.
Bollinger unveils latest Pinot Noir expression
Champagne Bollinger has unveiled its new PN TX17, the latest edition in the Bollinger PN collection which focuses on Pinot Noir from Tauxières 2017.
The Balvenie announces release of French Oak 16 Year Old
Speyside whisky brand The Balvenie has announced the launch of French Oak 16 Year Old, marking the first use of French oak in the distillery’s 129-year history.
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.
Seismic shift in South American wines
There has been a seismic shift in the Chilean and Argentinian wine industries, according to some leading experts.
Nomacorc announces software to match closure to wine type
Nomacorc, the leading alternative wine closure producer, has announced the introduction of NomaSelector, which is software that recommends a closure tailored for a specific wine.
New Zealand: Smaller grape harvest good news
The 2010 New Zealand grape harvest totalled 266,000 tonnes, 19,000 tonnes smaller than the 2009 crop and in line with the pre-harvest forecast.
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The future for bar shows
The way in which cocktail culture is championed has morphed over the years, but Danil Nevsky says the way forward is to put an emphasis on greater inclusion of the general public in bar shows
