The Scottish-based drinks business Harpalion Spirits has secured a UK distribution contract with Bbb Drinks. Claire Kinloch, chief executive at Harpalion Spirits, said: “This…
The Scottish-based drinks business Harpalion Spirits has secured a UK distribution contract with Bbb Drinks. Claire Kinloch, chief executive at Harpalion Spirits, said: “This…
Berkmann Wine Cellars has added the Mendoza-based Pulenta Estate to its agency portfolio. Pulena joins Berkmann from Fields, Morris & Verdin (FMW) from immediate effect and it follows the recent addition of Champagne Jacquesson to its portfolio, also previously with FMW. Mendoza-based Pulenta Estate was founded in 2002 by brothers Hugo and Eduardo Pulenta, fourth-generation winemakers. It has quickly carved out a reputation for precise,…
A new hard seltzer brand, designed to meet the “growing demands of young, health-conscious consumers who lead hectic lifestyles” is launching into the UK market. Island Bay Hard Seltzer is a vegan and keto-friendly drink, made using a blend of sparkling water and a “continuously distilled” alcoholic base, with a hint of natural fruit flavour. At 70 calories…
The London Wine Fair 2020 joins the list of events being postponed due to coronavirus. A statement today reads: “It is with a heavy heart that Hemming Group Ltd is postponing London Wine Fair 2020. It remains inconclusive as to when, or for how long the Government might place restrictions on mass gatherings in the UK. Nonetheless the London Wine Fair team has taken…
TV star Joe Fattorini has joined Berry Bros & Rudd and Fields, Morris & Verdin as its new head of sales for London. Fattorini was previously director of sales for London at Bibendum and he has also managed accounts for Matthew Clark during his 30-year career in the wine trade. He has risen to prominence in recent years thanks to his role on The Wine…
Treasury Wine Estates’ European managing director has joined the board of the Wine & Spirits Trade Association. King is the second addition to the board this year, following Ridgeview chief executive Tamara Roberts. They join industry heavyweights Diana Hunter, Pierpaolo Petrassi MW, Charles Ireland, Laurent Pillet, Troy Christensen, David Mawer, Huw Pennel, Michael Saunders, Jo Thornton and Andrew Wilby on the board, along with WSTA…
The Wine & Spirits Association has been called upon to brief Defra ministers on what the drinks industry needs to maintain its number one global position and continue to grow. Miles Beale, chief executive of the WSTA, attended a roundtable event led by Secretary of State Michael Gove; the event was the first in a series of meetings to bring together the people and influencers…
Delibo Wine Agencies has expanded its portfolio with the addition of the Footprint range from South Africa’s Western Cape. The range comprises six single varietal wines and two blends, Chenin/Semillon and Merlot/Pinotage. All are line priced and have an rrp between £7.49 and £7.99. The wines are produced by African Pride and crafted by winemaker Mike Graham, who is said to have uncompromising…
