The Washington State Wine Commission (WSWC) has laid out a new sustainability programme for producers as it steps away from organic certification for a…
The Washington State Wine Commission (WSWC) has laid out a new sustainability programme for producers as it steps away from organic certification for a…
Online wine retailer Naked Wines has announced the release of its first ever TV advert. The campaign, called ‘It’s time for better wine’, focuses on Adrian and Rebecca Santolin (pictured), two of the company’s long-standing Australian winemakers. “It’s a big moment for the whole team and we’re all immensely proud to be in a position to make this investment in our brand,” said Naked Wines…
Pernod Ricard is launching Campo Viejo Winemakers’ Blend – a blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Bobal – combining “the most vibrant expressions of Spain”. The wine blends the experience and craftmanship of Campo Viejo’s three female winemakers to create “the ultimate red blend” that is described as being smooth and vibrant, with red fruit richness and elegant intensity. The newcomer is set to launch in…
Naked Wines is launching a one-off fundraising campaign from tomorrow (Thursday August 13) to raise £225,220 for South African winemakers affected by one of the strictest lockdowns in the world. The initiative forms part of the company’s efforts to support winemakers affected by the global impact of Covid-19, including its recently announced $5 million Covid-19 Support Fund, which helps winemakers affected by the temporary…
The CIVL generic body representing the Languedoc Rousillon region has become the first French interprofession to appoint a female president. Miren de Lorgeril, co-owner chief executive at the 300ha Maison Lorgeril, pledged to place a strong focus on sustainability after taking on the role. She said: “I plan to help build on the pioneering work the winemakers of this beautiful region have been developing…
Luxury investments (such as art, jewelry, classic cars and fine wine) have become a popular alternative for investors over the last 20 years. In autumn 2017, the Knight Frank Luxury Index (KFLI) reported substantial growth in fine wine markets, making it the top performing option for luxury investors. The report showed that wine, up 25%, was the top performer in the index thanks to strong…
London Burgundy Week is set to return from 19 to 23 March. The event is a week of celebration and promotion of the Burgundy region and its wines. The week will see many of the UK’s most passionate Burgundy specialist merchants host a variety of focused masterclasses and winemaker dinners at varied venues across London. The inaugural London Burgundy Week took place at the end…
In the mid-2000s the Hunter Valley was home to some of Australia’s most successful volume brands, from Tyrrell’s Long Flat to Mount Pleasant’s Elizabeth. The region’s winemakers were raking in orders from around the world and enjoying huge growth as a result, but they were not particularly happy. “We were turning a lot of fruit over and not doing what…
