Budget review: How does it affect the trade?
It was the “Ronseal Budget” – doing exactly what it said on the tin. So heavily leaked were this year’s measures, that there were no surprises.
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012 No Comments »Wine
Torres predicts China correction
Miguel Torres has added his voice to those predicting that China’s wine importers may be facing a period of consolidation following a phase of rapid expansion.
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012 No Comments »Trade reacts to budget
The trade has criticised the continuing position of taxing the industry rather than helping it participate in the recovery.
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012 No Comments »Budget Report: “No changes to duty rates”
In his latest budget, the chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne, has reported that there would be no change to the current rates of duty on alcohol.
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012 No Comments »Lanson to extend Extra Age range
Lanson is adding a Blanc de Blancs later this year to its Extra Age expression.
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012 No Comments »Napa Valley’s weird and wonderful wines
The most unusual wines at the Premier Napa Valley event, from a recently disgorged vintage sparkler to a “A PhenomeNon-Vintage” red blend.
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 1 Comment »Beaujolais pushes varietal labelling
Inter Beaujolais is ramping up its drive to provide clearer communication on the relationship between the Gamay grape and the region’s wines.
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 1 Comment »Global wine shortage forecast
A Californian wine shortage is creating increasing concern over a tightening of global wine supply.
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 1 Comment »If it spews it’s news
Despite declining alcohol consumption in the UK and a drop in binge drinking, newspapers routinely suggest a surge in excessive boozing among Brits.
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 No Comments »Italy’s share of global wine market hits 22%
Italy has snatched a 22% share of the global wine market following a record-breaking export year.
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