By Susanne Brocklehurst for Meininger's Wine Business International

China and Hong Kong aren’t the only players in the Asian wine market. Singapore also has a wealthy population who are keen on wine.

By Larry Walker for Meininger's Wine Business International

The wine market is beginning to recover, although prices are still down from their 2007 highs. To tap the market today, producers need smartly packaged wines that speak to what a new breed of consumers is looking for.

By Simon Hirtzel for Meininger's Wine Business International

Although the international media have hammered Australia’s image in the past few years, wine critics and writers are keen to be invited to the Landmark Tutorial. Simon Hirtzel reports on this unique venture.

by Felicity Carter

Wine producers have already identified Brazil, India, Russia and China as key emerging markets. But there are others with potential, as Felicity Carter discovers. And they’re already proving lucrative places to do business for those in the know.

by James Graham

As the price of fuel continues to rise and the question of carbon footprints becomes more urgent, alternative means of transport are becoming more attractive, argues James Graham. Trains are proving one popular alternative to road transport – and even old-fashioned sailing ships are making a come-back.

by James Lawther MW

While barrels are an old idea, the global cooperage business is relatively new, finds James Lawther MW. As demand for high quality wine rises, both traditional French and younger East European producers have rushed to supply the market.