The rise, and rise, of Sauvignon blanc in the global marketplace

The international juggernaut, the go-to wine, the fastest-growing wine style… There is no shortage of descriptors to illustrate Sauvignon blanc’s meteoric rise in sales and popularity over the past few years. But what is fuelling its progress and can it keep up the...

1,400 spirits competed for a medal

The 21st Spirits Selection competition ended yesterday in Brussels, Belgium. The judges complied with very strict safety rules so that the event could go ahead smoothly. Sixty professional judges tasted and rated up to 35 alcoholic beverages a day. A total 1,400...