established 1905
The Midland Wine and Spirit Association is one of four regional wine and spirit associations in the UK. Its members include regional businesses in the wholesale and/or retail trade of wine and spirits, local branches of national companies, importers, and producers.
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The association was formed way back in 1905 when a group of independent Midland wine & spirit merchants got together to talk and discuss issues relating to the trade. In the 109 years since then the trade has, of course, seen many, many changes although as an association we still try and hold up the original values as set out in our rules.
Love Wine 2018
All you need to LOVE WINE under one roof
Date: 10 November 2018
12:00 - 15:00
16:00 - 19:00
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Location: Burlington Hotel, Birmingham
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At LOVE WINE we have a fun, relaxed and informal approach to wine; we know our stuff but are totally unstuffy. We love wine just as you do.
Organised and run by BYWine, LOVE WINE 2018 is a one day wine event for lovers of wine; an opportunity to taste, learn and buy!
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Why LOVE WINE?
Between 30 - 40 exhibitors, mostly wine, with selected artisan food producers and retailers of fun, unique and useful wine-related products, it really is all you need to LOVE WINE under one roof.
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Around 250 wines to taste (spitting optional).
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Wine Walks with our very own Wine Celebrities from ITV and BBC.
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Opportunity to attend LOVE-IN masterclasses and learn more about what you love and why you love it.
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Beautiful venue in the heart of Birmingham city centre.
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Have fun finding out more about what you love and why you love it; wine is all about pleasure and enjoyment and you’ll find bucket loads of both at LOVE WINE
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UPCOMING MWSA EVENTS
Visit to
THE COTSWOLDS DISTILLERY
with the
MWSA
Date: 7 July 2018
11:00am
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Location: The Cotswolds Distillery
Phillip's Field, Whichford Road, Stourton
Shipston-on-Stour CV36 5HG
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Visit the fantastic Cotswolds Distillery in the heart of the scenic Cotswolds with the MWSA for a guided tour of the facilities. See how the fabulous marquee products - the Cotswolds SIngle Malt Whisky, the Cotswolds Dry Gin, and the Cotswolds Cream Liqueur are made.
There is no charge for entry.
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If you would like to attend on behalf of your company, please email Antony Davis at with your name, company and position. MWSA members and their guests only.
To book, use the contact form below or write to Mr. Antony Davis, Honorary Secretary or Mr. Iain Phillips, Chairman
UPCOMING MEMBER EVENTS
MEMBER OFFERS
BIRMINGHAM WINE SCHOOL
10% off WSET courses
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Birmingham Wine School is accredited to run the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) courses. These WSET courses provide nationally-recognised qualifications for Wine Industry professionals and enthusiastic amateurs.
For MWSA members we offer a 10% discount on all WSET courses: Level 1 Award, Level 2 Award & the Level 3 Award. For more information click here. To book quote MWSA and we will refund 10% of the cost of the course.
ABOUT US
The association was formed way back in 1905 when a group of independent Midland wine & spirit merchants got together to talk and discuss issues relating to the trade. In the 105 years since then the trade has, of course, seen many, many changes although as an association we still try and hold up the original values as set out in our rules.
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Our main aim today is to promote the Midland wine & spirit trade with informative tastings and social events and to keep our members up to date with current legislation, whilst trying to raise as much money as possible for the Wine Trade Benevolent, our chosen trade charity.
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We have close links with all of the major trade bodies, the Wine & Spirit Trade Association, the Wine & Spirit Education Trust and other regional trade associations, all of whom our members are free to contact for advice and information.
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Our main annual event is our lunch open to members and guests which takes place on Shrove Tuesday of each year following our Annual General Meeting.
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For more information on what our association can do for your business, terms of membership and details of social events, please contact us.
MEMBERSHIP
Membership is open to Wholesale and/or Retail Wine & Spirit Merchants carrying on the business in the Midlands region (for details of exactly which areas and counties are covered please refer to the Membership rules.
If you are eligible and wish to become a member of the Midlands Wine & Spirit Association simply download, fill in, and send in the membership application form (details in the form) along with your cheque. Membership costs only £40 per year.
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Make a difference...
by joining the ranks of the top Midlands businesses working with wines and spirits united in
our efforts to make the Midlands wine and spirits scene vibrant and dynamic.
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Improve business prospects...
by getting access to prospective suppliers, customers, consumers, and enthusiasts.
Increase your influence outside the Midlands region...
by having access to, and networking with, members of the West of England Wine & Spirit Association, the North West Wine & Spirit Association, and the Yorkshire & North East Wine & Spirit Association.
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Raise your profile...
by hosting trade and consumer events, introducing interesting new products to the region, and contributing to the MWSA blog and social media.
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Promote your business...
by sharing your events and offers on the MWSA website and social media profiles.
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Enjoy discounts...
on paid events hosted by other members.
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Gain exclusive access...
to a range of tours, talks and events organised by members and non-members throughout the region.
Train your employees and staff so they can contribute more to business growth...
by using MWSA discounts for WSET courses and a growing range of training programmes.
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Help your employees and staff gain insight...
by inviting them to trade and consumer events and tastings, and by encouraging them to exchange experiences and notes with peers from within the industry.
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Get access to reports, insights, and updates...
from the Wine & Spirit Trade Association simply by being a member of the MWSA.
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Have your say with the government...
by lending your voice to the WSTA’s policy campaigns, including those concerning excise and duty rates.
COUNCIL
PRESIDENT
Mr. Francis H Pearson
Pearson French
CHAIRMAN
Mr. Iain Phillips
Menzendorff
SECRETARY
Mr. Antony Davis
Mentzendorff
TREASURER
Mr. Alan Cutler MBE
Stourbridge Old Edwardian Club
Mr. David Sharland
Tanners Wines
Mr. Mark King
Spencers of Bromsgrove
Mrs. Joy Clayton Smith
Hallgarten Druitt
Mrs. Laura Clay
BYWine
Mr. Alok Mathur
Soul Tree Wine
Mr. Sam Sandbach
Winepress Wine Agencies
Mr. Keiron Gallagher
Pol Roger Portfolio
FAQs
What is the MWSA, and what does it do?
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The MWSA, or the Midlands Wine and Spirit Association, is a trade association of Wholesale and/or Retail Wine & Spirit Merchants carrying on the business in the Midlands region. It is one of the regional divisions of the WSTA, the Wine and Spirit Trade Association, the body that represents the trade nationally, is a source of regulatory and market-related information, and lobbies on behalf of the trade with the government. Other regional associations include the West of England Wine and Spirit Association and the North West Wine and Spirit Association.
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Who can be a member of the MWSA?
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All Wholesale and/or Retail Wine and Spirit Merchants carrying on business in the Midlands region are eligible to become members of the MWSA. Members must be ratified by the council before they are formally accepted into the MWSA.
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How much does it cost to be a member?
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The current annual membership fee of the MWSA is just £35. (£30 if paid by standing order)
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Why should I/we become a member?
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The MWSA is a platform for all Wholesale and/or Retail Wine and Spirit merchants in the Midlands to network; share knowledge, information, and market intelligence; lobby the WSTA on policy matters; and get together socially through several events organised during the year. Companies like to do business with people they know and companies they trust, and the MWSA is a great platform for its members to work, to collaborate, and to grow together. No independent wholesale or retail merchant in the Midlands can or should do without being a part of the MWSA.
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How is the MWSA run?
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The MWSA is governed by its council. Members of the council are owners and managers of member businesses, and are nominated to the council by other members on the basis of their experience, abilities, connections, and the strong will to serve the membership of the MWSA.
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How can I contribute as a member?
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As a member you can network with other like-minded association members and seek/provide help and assistance; bring issues to the council's attention and contribute to the debate and resolution of these issues or to lobbying with the WSTA; help grow and strengthen the association by inviting businesses you feel will benefit from the MWSA's membership; and help organise events and tastings or host them where possible. If you have a particular strength or connection that you feel will benefit the association or its members you can get in touch with any of the members of council.
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MEMBERS
Abell & Palmer
Alliance Wine Co
Amps Fine Wines
Bablake Wines Ltd
Babich Wines UK Ltd
Bibendum
Birmingham Wine School
Mr. Phillipe Boucheron
Buffery & Son Ltd
BYWine
Cellar Trends
Condor Wines Ltd
Connollys (Wine Merchants) Ltd
The Cotswold Distilling Co
Dayla & James Pettit & Co
Delibo Wine Agencies
Edward Crisp Ltd
Fraziers Wine Merchants
Frenmart Ltd
George Hill Ltd
Mr. Patrick Grubb, MW
H & W Wines Ltd
Hallgarten Druitt & Novum
Hyatt Regency Hotel
The Global Winery Ltd
Hotel du Vin
Hyatt Regency Birmingham
John E Fells & Sons Ltd
S H Jones & Co Ltd
Juniper Tree Ltd
Just Perfect Wines
Laurent-Perrier UK Ltd
Loki Wines Ltd
London City Bond
Louis Latour Ltd
Malpas Stallard Ltd
Mentzendorff & Co
Pearson French
C A Rookes Wine Merchants
Shawbury Vintners
Pol Roger Portfolio
Saxtys Wines
Soul Tree Wine
Spencers (Bromsgrove) Ltd
Mr. Alan Cutler MBE
Tanners Wines Ltd
Telford Wines Ltd
The Food & Drink Event Co
Upton upon Severn Wines Ltd
Underwood Wines
Vintner Systems Ltd
Mr. Ben Watson
David J Watt (Fine Wines) Ltd
Weavers (Nottingham) Ltd
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
Winepress Wine Agencies
Wine Freedom
La Zouch Cellars
CONTACT US
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