More than 70 events are set to take place across 54 countries throughout April to mark the sixth World Malbec Day, organised by Wines of Argentina to promote this now “classic” Argentine variety.

Low-price retailer Aldi has released a Châteauneuf du Pape to the UK market made using all 13 of the traditional grape varieties that the region is allowed to grow.

French wines must resist the temptation to become “like haute-couture”, a leading French marketing agency has warned.

Leading French wine supplier Les Grands Chais de France is looking to build growth in independents and convenience stores following its adoption of a new channel strategy.

The convenience channels could prove the best route to market for more individual wine producers, The Co-op’s BWS boss has claimed.

The Domaines Paul Mas owner says his zero added-sulphur wines “taste far better” than those to which sulphur has been added during the fermentation process.

Copper & Kings unveils barrel-aged gin

DPS ups stake in Body Armor

BA ranks top 50 craft breweries