Underage drinking rate at all-time low
The rate of underage drinking among 11 to 15 year olds in England has fallen to its lowest ever rate since records began in 1988.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Wine
Diageo to see slight growth in 2014
Analysts have predicted Diageo’s net sales growth will have risen by 0.5% in 2014, ahead of the release of the company’s full end of year results next week.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Wolf Blass fights to close NZ tax loophole
Winemaker Wolf Blass is fighting to close a tax loophole allowing New Zealand competitors to claim millions in wine tax rebates from Australia.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Americans favour beer over wine
In the battle of the beverages, beer has won out over wine again in the US, with Americans favouring a pint of beer over a glass of wine or dram of whisky.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Over-65s lead at-home drinking trend
UK sales of alcoholic drinks for at-home consumption have leapt 15% in the last five years, although volumes are in decline thanks to rising prices and a health conscious younger generation.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Top 10 wines in the US press
An “outstanding” red from the Douro Valley, described as one of the world’s “most exciting wine regions”, and a tempting manzanilla Sherry feature in this week’s roundup.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Wolf Blass steps up Malbec focus
The UK and Canadian markets are helping to create demand for Australian Malbec, according to Wolf Blass chief winemaker Chris Hatcher.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 1 Comment »Top 10 rockstar ‘winemakers’
With pots of cash and a taste for the finer things in life, it’s perhaps no surprise that many of the world’s global superstars eventually turn their attention to wine.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Chilean wine imports rise in Japan
Imports of Chilean wine in Japan have surged on the back of an economic partnership and are closing in on French imports.
Thursday, July 24th, 2014 No Comments »Tesco exec new chair of standards body
Tesco’s licensing manager has been appointed chairman of the UK’s retail alcohol standards group.
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014 No Comments »
