Franciacorta has officially obtained a trademarked Chinese name. We talk to President of the Franciacorta Consorzio, Silvano Brescianini to understand the selection process and the meaning behind the name. Read More
Wine
China's punitive tariffs of up to 218% on Australian wines are not only corking Australian wine exports, but also having a "detrimental impact" on Australia's performance in the secondary market, according to Liv-ex. Read More
China's leading wine importer ASC saw major leadership reshuffles, and former CEO of Sarment will be joining as COO. Read More
Grattamacco, one of the first generation of Super Tuscan icons in Bolgheri, is celebrating its 35th anniversary since releasing its namesake flagship Bordeaux blend. Read More
This month, in association with Sotheby’s Hong Kong, Bowmore® Islay Single Malt Whisky will offer a rare opportunity for collectors to acquire a unique collector’s item - the Bowmore Archive Cabinet. Read More
Marimar Estate, the Californian winery owned by Marimar Torres, has released its 2017 vintage of La Masía Pinot Noir, the 25th anniversary vintage. Read More
Fine wine merchant, Sarment, is shutting down its business in mainland China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan, less than two years after it was sold to Paolo Bulgari. Read More
The winners for Japan's biggest wine competition, Sakura Awards, are announced. Despite Covid, the competition received the highest number of entries. Read More
Deep-pocketed Asian buyers now make up the majority of global wine and spirits buyers at auctions for top brands from DRC to Macallan. Read More
A collection of 12 top wines from 12 of the world's most renowned family-owned estates in the Primum Familiae Vini association went under the hammer at Sotheby's and fetched £81,250 ($112,036), more than twice of its starting bid of £30,000. Read More