AB InBev acquires remaining stake in Craft Brew Alliance

Beer giant AB InBev has performed a u-turn after turning down a deal to acquire the rest of Craft Brew Alliance in August, announcing the purchase of the whole company in an estimated US$321 million deal.

Yealands appoints new CEO

Yealands Wine Group in New Zealand has appointed Tiffani Graydon as its new CEO.

Club sues its own waiter for $30k after Hermès handbag wine spill

Less than a month after a woman sued a country club after a waiter spilled wine on her pink Hermès handbag, the club has responded by placing the blame solely on the waiter.

Top marketing campaigns and news: October-November

This month saw supermarkets ramp up their wine education credentials, Tequila maker Patrón turn to Instagram for sales, Scotch producer Lagavulin team up with Nick Offerman, and the Jonas Brothers brew their own beer.

Brewdog offers bond part-payable in beer to finish Australian brewery

Sotheby’s and Christie’s plan NYC blowouts to end season

Edrington-Beam Suntory launches Amazon exclusive whisky aimed at Sauvignon Blanc drinkers

Beer Masters 2019: results in full

Geographic Indication approved for high altitude Mendoza sub-region

This US startup is making vodka from CO2

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Gin, Juniper and Brexit – are producers ready?

As the threat of a no-deal Brexit looms closer, what will the impact on the UK’s boom gin industry and producer’s ability to import the all-important botanicals necessary to produce the liquid? Arabella Mileham reports

Retail: State of the nation

The UK drinks retail scene is undergoing testing times, but there are signs of growth with the beers, wine and spirits category. Arabella Mileham speaks to analysts and key industry players to see where this growth is coming from.

In focus: How French wine co-ops are going green

French co-operatives are shining a light on their green credentials. Adopting organic and biodynamic farming practices, they are leading the way in sustainable viticulture. Elizabeth Gabay MW reports.

Is Prosecco losing its sparkle?

It may be the world’s most popular sparkling wine, but with growth in the UK slowing and no recognisable brand names, it’s time for producers to spread their wings in search of growth further afield, writes Lauren Eads.

Beyond the realm of mortal pockets

With top end Burgundy now well beyond the reach of most wine lovers, Gabriel Stone explores how producers and merchants are managing such unprecedented demand, and considers the best places to hunt for more affordable options.

In focus: the fresh face of Tuscany

While Super Tuscans take all the glory, there is a lot more to this corner of Italy than those expressions. Lauren Eads talks to producers who are changing the face of Tuscany, and who are pioneering whites and rosés.

Global Chardonnay Masters 2019

Deadline: 25th Nov 2019

The Global Riesling Masters 2019

Deadline: 2nd Dec 2019

The Global Pinot Noir Masters 2020

Deadline: 31st Jan 2020

The Global Cabernet Sauvignon Masters 2020

Deadline: 28th Feb 2020

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World Bulk Wine Exhibition

Amsterdam,Netherlands

2nd Dec 2019

Green Awards 2019 Ceremony

London,United Kingdom

11th Dec 2019

Prowein 2020

Düsseldorf,Germany

15th Mar 2020

The Wine & Spirits Show

London,United Kingdom

24th Apr 2020

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‘Catastrophic’ fire danger forecast for Hunter Valley

Cité du Vin and Sotheby’s combine for ‘unprecedented’ sale

12th HKTDC wine fair concludes

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This US startup is making vodka from CO2

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UK distillery uses artificial intelligence to make gin

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Top new products: November

UK brewery Northern Monk launches high altitude beer costing £1,000

AB InBev launches Bud Light hard seltzer

db Reader: Agency and distribution – the opportunities presented by Brexit

Could there be opportunities for suppliers, principals, distributors and agents alike as a result of the UK leaving the EU without a deal? Stephen Sidkin, a partner at Fox Williams LLP, mulls things over.

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