Analysis: Is there a gap between Prosecco and Champagne?

Sparkling wine sales continue to boom, but it's a lopsided affair.  Is there a gap in the void between Prosecco and Champagne?

Insights: What impacts the Conviviality deal could have on the future of the wine trade

Following Conviviality acquiring Bibendum PLB many questions still remain surrounding what the deal means for the future of the trade and who the winners and the losers will be.

The Week That Was: Top news, Q&As and analysis on Harpers.co.uk

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, we have done a review of the top online news, financial news for the drinks trade, Q&As, and opinion stories.

Analysis: The impact climate change is having on cool climate wines

The International Cool Climate Wine Symposium delivered fascinating insights into the changes shaping the winemaking world.

The Drinks Wholesaler: Intriguing Times

Welcome to our autumn issue of Drinks Wholesaler, which is packed with the usual medley of analysis, insights, viewpoints and features, plus original research into the wine market, commissioned and shared by Crown Cellars, appearing for the first time here. 

International Cool Climate Wine Symposium: Cool viticulture the hot topic in Brighton

As the 9^th International Cool Climate Wine Symposium opened its doors in Brighton yesterday, a 30-country strong delegation of 600 producers, exhibitors, marketers and communicators descended on the seaside town for a three day event dedicated to examining all aspects of making and marketing fine wine from cool climates

The Week That Was: Top news, Q&As and analysis on Harpers.co.uk

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, we have done a review of the top online news, financial news for the drinks trade, Q&As, and opinion stories.

Analysis: Can Ribera del Duero compete with the Rioja in the UK?

Can Ribera Del Duero can realistically lure consumers in a Rioja-obsessed climate in the UK?

Insights: The rise of the owners club

In the space of just over 15 years, privately funded associations have become a defining feature of the global wine industry. In Europe, they arguably represent a manifestation of the growing dissatisfaction with the inadequacies of regional appellation bodies, which has subsequently encouraged winemakers to take matters into their own hands.

The Week That Was: Top news, Q&As and analysis on Harpers.co.uk

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, we have done a review of the top online news, financial news for the drinks trade, Q&As, and opinion stories.

Insights: Logistics is a critical piece of the succes of online wine sales

With web-based sales of wines, spirits and beers growing fast, the delivery following that 'click' is all important.

Analysis: How premium casual dining outlets can get the most out of their wine offer

The growth in premium casual dining means that less is often more when it comes to wine.

Analysis: Brand equity is critical in an increasingly saturated gin market

In an increasingly saturated gin market building brands, like Sipsmith and Langley's Gin, with a long-term vision could not be more important.

Insights: What is next for Rioja?

Really, Rioja can do no wrong. For many consumers it is Spanish wine. But what lies ahead for Spain's most famous wine region?

Analysis: New wine regions continue to emerge

New wine regions and areas with renewed vigour continue to emerge on to the world stage. Has there ever been a better time to drink wine?

Insights: Indies with mutiple sites share critical lessons learned about expanding

Analysis: English fizz comes of age

English sparkling wine has come of age, with investment, passion and government backing all driving quality.

Gavin Quinney: The en primeur results and wrap-up

After a marathon tasting, our resident Bordeaux correspondent Gavin Quinney assesses 2015 quality and where to look for value

Insights: What lies ahead following En Primeur?

It has been nearly five years since the Bordeaux fine wine market, which had been riding an incredible high, came to a screeching halt and it has been on a downward spiral ever since - until now.

Analysis: Burgundy's best buys

With Burgundy prices edging ever upwards, supply short and demand on a high, Tim Atkin MW looks at canny buys.