db brews a craft beer at Wadworth
db was invited to the Wadworth Brewery in Devizes to take part in the fifth Brewer’s Creation brew, a small run, elderflower craft beer. Here’s a look at how the day went.
Friday, May 3rd, 2013 No Comments »UK
Spain still struggling in the on-trade
Despite increased listings, outside of the Spanish restaurant scene Spanish wines are still not well represented in the on-trade.
Friday, May 3rd, 2013 No Comments »’82 Bordeaux dominates Christie’s auction
Pétrus, Lafite and Lafleur 1982 topped Christie’s London sale this week.
Friday, May 3rd, 2013 No Comments »ABS picks London City Bond
Wine importer Awin Barratt Siegel has selected London City Bond to handle its distribution after an “extensive” review of its supply chain.
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 No Comments »Scotch sharpens investment credentials
Latest figures point to a healthy increase in UK auction prices for single malt Scotch whisky, as the volume of rare bottlings on the market also continues to rise.
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 No Comments »‘Perfect’ Penfolds Grange sparks price war
A price war is raging among retailers in Australia over the 2008 vintage of Penfolds Grange, which received a perfect 100-point score from The Wine Advocate.
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 No Comments »PLB appoints new buying manager
UK wine importer PLB has confirmed the appointment of Neville Harris to its newly created role of buying manager.
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 No Comments »Brakspear opens new microbrewery pub
Pub operator Brakspear has returned to its brewing roots with the opening of a new microbrewery in Henley-on-Thames.
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 No Comments »Scotch whisky manufacturers urged to reject independence
The director-general of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has told the Scotch whisky industry that it should reject Scottish independence as it currently benefits from being part of the UK.
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013 No Comments »German beer consumption hits a 20-year low
Beer sales in Germany have mirrored the slump in the UK, after falling to a 20-year low following a “long cold winter” which slowed consumption.
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