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London cork recycling initiative announced

Published:  31 March, 2026

In partnership with Harpers, APCOR (the Portuguese Cork Association) is launching the first UK Cork Harvest, an initiative to promote cork recycling amongst independent retailers.

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Bordeaux trade confidence high despite low market prices

Published:  31 March, 2026

Wine business consultancy Wine Lister has released its tenth annual Bordeaux study, which shows that average trade confidence when it comes to the region's fine wine has increased to 6.4/10.

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New study links GLP-1 use to reduced alcohol consumption

Published:  31 March, 2026

New research from consultancy KAM, in partnership with the Drinkaware charity, has highlighted a -29% reduction in how often the users of GLP-1 drugs (Ozempic or Wegovy being examples) consume alcohol.

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Auctioneer Whisky Hammer expands into Asia

Published:  30 March, 2026

Family-run online whisky auctioneer Whisky Hammer – which is based in Aberdeenshire – has expanded into Asia with the launch of a new hub in Hong Kong.

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Castiglion del Bosco appoints winemaker Giuseppe Gorelli

Published:  30 March, 2026

Brunello di Montalcino producer Castiglion del Bosco has appointed Giuseppe Gorelli as its new winemaker.

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London Wine Fair increases investment in sustainability

Published:  30 March, 2026

Under new owners Vindustrious, the London Wine Fair (LWF) has announced an increased investment in sustainability through its partnership with Impact Focus.

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New head announced by New Zealand Winegrowers

Published:  30 March, 2026

Anishka Jelicich has been appointed as the new CEO of New Zealand Winegrowers (NZW).

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Nick Gillett: Bitters – longstanding yet underappreciated modern cocktail star

Published:  24 March, 2026

I’m a champion of all categories, right? It’s part of the job description. But there are some that just hold a special place in my booze cabinet – especially when they’re backed up by centuries old production methods and a sterling reputation with the best and boldest bars.

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Entries open for Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2026

Published:  27 March, 2026

Applications have opened for the ninth edition of the Ruinart Sommelier Challenge.

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Alliance Wine/H2Vin achieves ISO 14001

Published:  27 March, 2026

Importer Alliance Wine/H2Vin has earned the ISO 14001:2015 certification for its UK operations, achieving a flawless audit from the British Measurement Bureau on its first attempt.

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Quinta de Soalheiro joins Thorman Hunt

Published:  27 March, 2026

Quinta de Soalheiro has appointed Thorman Hunt as its distributor in the UK.

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Good Wine Good People adds Apollo’s Praise to portfolio

Published:  27 March, 2026

Importer and distributor Good Wine Good People (GWGP) has announced the addition of Finger Lakes winery Apollo’s Praise to its wholesale portfolio.

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Old Vine Registry reaches 10,000 vineyard sign ups

Published:  26 March, 2026

The Old Vine Registry, a public database committed to collating historic vineyards, has announced that it has surpassed 10,000 vineyard registrations from across the globe.

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Virgin Wines fully launches new app

Published:  26 March, 2026

Leading direct-to-consumer online wine retailer Virgin Wines has announced the full launch of its mobile app, after a soft launch around a month ago.

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Madrid set to gain its first international wine fair

Published:  25 March, 2026

A new international wine fair is launching this May in Madrid. The Spanish capital will play host to ‘WINEMAD’ which seeks to “become one of the new global meeting points for the industry”.

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MUP falters again in Northern Ireland

Published:  25 March, 2026

Mike Nesbitt, the health minister for Northern Ireland, has said that he will be unable to deliver minimum unit pricing (MUP) before the Stormont election in May 2027, as reported by the BBC.

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Australia-EU trade deal sees wine and spirits tariffs drop to zero

Published:  25 March, 2026

The new Australia-EU trade deal will see the introduction of zero-for-zero tariffs on wine and spirits exports. The agreement also sees new arrangements regarding EU and Australian ‘geographical indications’ (GIs).

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Wine GB: UK had ‘exceptional’ harvest in 2025

Published:  25 March, 2026

To “celebrate the start of the growing season”, Wine GB has published its 2025 Harvest Report, showing that last year was “exceptional” for the British Isles.

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Survey: 93% of workers would recommend a career in hospitality

Published:  24 March, 2026

Software provider Access Hospitality has said that belief in hospitality remains strong, despite “short-term morale” falling.

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Majestic-owner Fortress set to sell retailer

Published:  24 March, 2026

Owner of multiple retailer Majestic, Fortress Investment Group, is set to offload the retailer after seven years of ownership, having entered the early stages of selling the well-known company.

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