The Scottish Government is determined to ban the placement of and promotions of alcohol in the off-trade. Do you think this will create a two tier market for the UK? Please comment below ...
Orlando Wines is to bring out a Barossa-named selection of wines for its Jacob's Creek brand, a major step for a company that focuses almost exclusively on varietal range. Do you think UK consumers are ready for this? Please comment below...
It has been argued that Australia's use of 'cool-climate' as a classification is often mis-leading, being broad and crude at best. But, should climate classification systems take rainy-days into consideration, and how important is is to get it right? ...
The WSTA reported last week that just 1% of consumers had bought wine in a Tetrapak carton during a three month period, but Bottle Green argues the figures are unreprsentative of true consumer sentiment. What is the future for wine packaged...
Adam Eggins, quality controller for the Australian wine and brandy corporation, claims the brettanomyces yeast, which can taint wines at high levels, could add complexity. Is it a mistake, therefore, to over-sanitise wineries, and focus on clean, fruit-driven wine? ...
Adnams, the wine merchants and brewers, is to open 30 Cellar & Kitchen stores, having found the new format to be very successful. Is this a good way way to appeal to those consumers who find traditional wine shops intimidating? ...
Bibendum has announced it wants to give its customers a more tailored sevice tuned to their specific market needs. How can major importers best serve their differentiated customer base? ...
With AC Nielsen reporting liquor sales up by 10.2% in the four week period to September 8, helped by strong promotions, the forecast is for 'value for money' to become the season's mantra. Will price be at the top of the...
South-eastern Australia is facing the likelihood of another dry 18 to 24 months. If an under-supply is inevitable, how will the Australian wine trade cope? ...
