California 2024 harvest begins early
The 2024 California winegrape harvest has reported an early start in many regions following a rainy winter, a cool spring and a warm summer.
Familia Torres recognised for innovation at Golden Vines Awards
Familia Torres has been named the most innovative winery at the Golden Vines Awards 2024 held in Madrid.
Sparkling wine veteran Josep Ferrer Sala passes
Josep Ferrer Sala, Friexenet’s honorary co-chairman and former managing director has died at the age of 99.
Familia Torres launches Colección Privada vintages
Familia Torres has launched a collection of vintage wines called Colección Privada aimed at highlighting the ageing potential of its wines.
Moët Hennessy acquires stake in French Bloom non-alc sparkling wines
Moët Hennessy has made a strategic investment in French Bloom alcohol-free sparkling wines, through the acquisition of a minority stake.
New Zealand wine sees drop in exports
New Zealand wine has released its annual report, revealing a drop in wine exports in volume and value terms over the last 12 months.
Perelada to host first Symposium of Mediterranean Wines
Spanish wine brand Perelada will host the first Symposium of Mediterranean Wines on 24 March 2025.
Mentzendorff appoints new director of brand management
UK-based wine importer, Mentzendorff has announced the appointment of Christine Allen as the companies new director of brand management.
Catena Zapata launches 2021 vintages
Catena Zapata has released the 2021 vintage of Nicolás Catena Zapata and Adrianna Vineyard Mundus Bacillus Terrae.
Cramele Recaș invests €11m in Romanian wine
Romanian winery Cramele Recaș has announced an €11m investment plan with the aim to consolidate its position as the country’s largest wine producer.
Juvé & Camps supports English translation of Wine Sapiens
Juvé & Camps recently hosted the world premiere event for the English editions of Wine Sapiens Volumes III and IV in Japan.
Viña Concha y Toro renews B Corp status
Viña Concha y Toro has achieved the re-certification as a B Corporation, which recognises those companies that meet high standards of environmental, governance and social performance.
Concha y Toro sees near 20% revenue rise
Viña Concha y Toro has seen revenue growth of 17.7% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2024 to Ch$237,348 million, while profit also increased 243.1%.
Freixenet launches French sparkling wines
Freixenet has entered the French sparkling wine category with the launch of two expressions immediately available in the UK.
Prosecco production in July one of biggest in history
The Consorzio di Tutela Prosecco DOC has revealed that more than 500,000 hectoliters were bottled in July, the second highest in history.
Cava forecasts "quality" harvest for 2024
The Regulatory Council Technical Services of DO Cava has forecast a quality harvest for the Spanish wine region after spring rainfall ended a prolonged period of drought.
Pernod Ricard has agreed the sale of its international wine brands to Australian Wine Holdco for an undisclosed fee.
Freixenet Copestick and Spain’s Zamora Company have agreed a strategic distribution partnership for the Zamora portfolio of wines in the UK and Northern Ireland.
UK wine tourism up 55% in two years
WineGB has released its first wine tourism report which shows that visits to UK vineyards and wineries have risen by 55% in two years.
Treasury Wine Estates and rapper Snoop Dogg have expanded their collaborative wine portfolio with the launch of Cali Blanc.
Viña Concha y Toro sales up more than 25%
Viña Concha y Toro has recorded sales growth of 26.4% for the first quarter of its financial year as it continues to recover from a challenging 2023.
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust has declared a record number of graduates for its Level 4 Diploma in Wines.
Spanish wine producer Familia Torres has been named The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2024 in the 14th edition of the ranking.
China scraps tariffs on Australian wine
The China Ministry of Commerce has announced the removal of tariffs placed on Australian wine imported into China effective from 29 March 2024.
Millions of vines in Australia’s winegrowing regions have been destroyed with tens of millions more likely to be removed as exports continue to decline.
Thirty years of Prowein
The powerhouse of the world’s wine shows returns to Düsseldorf for its 30th anniversary from Sunday 10 March.
Champagne exports to US down 20% in 2023
Champagne exports to the US in 2023 dropped 20% on the previous year to around 27m bottles according to Comité Champagne.
Penfolds launches inaugural grant programme
Penfolds has launched its inaugural Evermore grant round in Australia, inviting applicants to apply for a share of $200,000 to support projects that contribute to community and culture.
Yann Munier appointed Maison Mumm cellar master
Champagne house Maison Mumm has announced Yann Munier as its new cellar master from 8 April 2024.
British wine celebrates record 2023 harvest
WineGB has declared a record harvest for the British wine industry which is set to produce an estimated 20-22m bottles.
UK introduces new wine labelling laws for 2024
The UK government is set to implement new requirements for the selling and labelling of wine nationwide from 1 January 2024.
Vermouth di Torino obtains US certification mark
The Consortium of the Vermouth di Torino PGI has announced it has obtained certification mark registration from the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Penfolds appoints new EMEA distributor
Australian wine producer Penfolds has appointed La Place de Bordeaux as an official distribution partner for its ‘Luxury & Icon’ wines across EMEA, coming into effect in January 2024, following the brand’s 180th anniversary in the new year.
2023 world wine production expected to be smallest in 60 years
The International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) has found that in 2023, world wine production is expected to be the smallest in the last 60 years.
BBR and Symington acquire Hambledon Vineyard
Berry Bros & Rudd and Port producer Symington Family Estates have acquired Hambledon Vineyard.
Familia Torres begins generational transition process
The advisory board of Familia Torres has agreed to begin a generational transition process in which the current chief executive, Miquel Torres Maczassek, will be appointed president of the company.
Israeli Wine Producers Association pleads for trade help
To raise awareness and in support of Israeli wineries, the Israeli Wine Producers Association (IWPA), a trade organisation promoting Israeli wineries through wine education and events, has plead for investment.
Casillero del Diablo launches new line to attract a younger market
Viña Concha y Toro's leading brand, Casillero del Diablo has launched Devil's Carnaval, a proposal with which it aspires to expand the market to younger adults.
Badet Clément announces new name and winemaker
Laurent and Catherine Delaunay, founders and owners of Badet Clément, have unveiled a new name for their international family wine group, Delaunay Vins & Domaines.
Bordeaux weather conditions fall into place for 2023 harvest
The Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux (CIVB) has reported the 2023 Bordeaux harvest, which started a few days ahead of normal, has seen weather conditions fall into place during the end of the summer despite difficult weather this year.
Concha y Toro celebrates 140 years
Chilean wine producer and exporter, Viña Concha y Toro, has kicked off its 140th anniversary celebration with a campaign calling on its consumers to ‘Make Time Memorable’.
Cherubino Wines acquires Margaret River Winemakers
Australia-based Cherubino Wines has announced the acquisition of winery and spirits brand, Margaret River Winemakers.
Austria defines legal basis for vineyard classification system
Austria has established the legal basis for the official classification of single vineyards, which will see plots defined as Erste Lage (premier cru) and Große Lage (grand cru).
Miguel Torres Maczassek optimistic despite challenging climate
Familia Torres director general Miguel Torres Maczassek believes that despite ongoing drought, the quality and health of the brand's vines remain “excellent”.
Penfolds appoints new creative partner
Penfolds has announced Nigo, the founder of Human Made and artistic director of Kenzo, as its first-ever creative partner.
The IWSR has recognised Trivento winery as the world’s top-selling Argentine wine brand.
Ramón Bilbao crowns inaugural Spanish Wine Master UK
Wine and Communications professional Kirsty Woodgate has been named the 2023 Spanish Wine Master UK after the grand final of the competition from the Spanish Wine Academy by Rioja’s Ramón Bilbao.
Champagne veteran joins Ferrari Trento
Ferrari Trento has announced that Cyril Brun has joined the Italian sparkling wine brand located in Trentino, Italy, as cellar master.
Maison Bruno Paillard, the house specialising in Extra Brut Champagnes since its inception in 1981, has appointed Wanderlust Wine to distribute its portfolio in the UK.
The Comité Champagne has unveiled the sector’s plan for the next decade, defining a global trajectory to face the challenges of the next 10 years.