In an exclusive interview with the New York Post, President Donald Trump has warned that he will place a 100% tariff on French wine if it doesn’t remove its “tech tax”. France’s […]
Trump threatens 100% tariff on French wine
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Australia catches World Cup fever
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ has kicked off, with the opening match on SBS topping the national television ratings on 14 June and filling pubs and bars around the country. Around 4.78 […]
Major reset for drinks industry as alcohol sales fall globally
Total beverage alcohol volumes declined for the third successive year in 2025 but IWSR, the leading authority on the drinks industry, says there are still hotspots of growth. Newly released data from […]
Ownership change for Hill-Smith Family Estates
Robert Hill-Smith and his family have taken full ownership of Hill-Smith Family Estates, purchasing Sam Hill-Smith’s share of the company. Informal discussions between brothers Robert and Sam had been taking place for […]
Absolut announced as Official Vodka of Madonna’s new album
Move aside event partnerships … Madonna’s new album Confessions II will have an Official Vodka Partner when it’s released on July 3. Absolut has partnered with Special Offer, the design team behind […]
Margaret River dominates 2026 National Wine Show of Australia
Western Australia’s Margaret River region has taken out the top three trophies at the 2026 National Wine Show of Australia awards. Xanadu’s 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon won the Prime Minister’s Trophy for Champion […]
New bottle shop concept opens in Melbourne
Most bottle shops are organised around grape variety and region, but a new store has opened in Melbourne that aims to take the guesswork out of buying wine. Drop Shop in Brunswick […]
Diageo World Class announces Aussie finalists for 2026
The eight Australian finalists for Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year 2026 have been announced. The country’s most accomplished bartenders will converge on Melbourne’s Maison Bâtard venue on Monday, June 29 […]
Vivid Sydney toasts NSW wine
Vivid Sydney has put NSW wine in the spotlight from 22 May to 13 June 2026, showcasing the quality and diversity of vineyards across the state. NSW is the birthplace of Australian […]
Casella Family Brands appoints new distribution partner
Casella Family Brands (CFB) has announced the appointment of Oatley Fine Wine Merchants as its distribution partner for its premium wine portfolio in Australia. Effective 1 July 2026, the appointment brings together […]
