Aussie auction breaks records
An auction of Penfolds Grange last week saw a number of record prices achieved at auction for the famous Australian brand.
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Asians out in force at Vinexpo
The growing influence of Asia on the global wine trade was in evidence at Vinexpo last week, with no less than one foreign visitor in three coming from the region.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 No Comments »Ian Macleod Distillers snaps up Tamdhu
Ian Macleod Distillers has bought the Tamdhu distillery from the Edrington Group to support sales in the UK and abroad.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 No Comments »China invades Bordeaux
Are recent purchases of Bordeaux châteaux by Chinese firms a harbinger of future global wine ownership, asks Alan Lodge.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 No Comments »IWSC food matching competition gets underway
Judging took place this week on a new consumer-focused initiative entitled What Food What Wine?
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 No Comments »Gambler buys most expensive Champagne in the world
A professional gambler spent £168,118 in one night on Champagne and luxury spirits in a London club
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 No Comments »Hi-tec hotel hits London
Ecclestone Square Hotel promises to become “London’s most hi-tec hotel” when it opens in Belgravia on 11 July.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 No Comments »Pernod Ricard pledges western Europe growth
Pernod Ricard has vowed to increase market share in western Europe as the region recovers from the economic downturn.
Tuesday, June 28th, 2011 No Comments »Real Greek chain sold
The restaurant chain has been sold by GBK Restaurants to a company controlled by a former operations director of GBK.
Tuesday, June 28th, 2011 No Comments »Satsuma serves up Japanese curry
Japanese restaurant is reinventing itself to become one of London’s first Katsu curry specialists.
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