Analysis: The power of ProWein

With ProWein over for another year, Harpers.co.uk looks back at one of the mightiest wine trade fairs around and hears what attendees and exhibitors had to say

ProWein 2016: The importance of brand building within the UK wine trade

This year's ProWein was marked by a distinct spilt that seems to be happening within the UK wine trade. Discovery of small producers and esoteric wines is growing in popularity, but simultaneously so is the emphasis on brand building within the wine trade. Bill Hardy, of UK's number one wine brand discussed the importance of why brand building is important in the UK wine trade.

ProWein 2016: The challenge of the falling South African rand

Between the bush fires, one of the most severe droughts in the last century and a toppling currency, South Africa has not had it easy in 2015. The currency specifically has been challenging for wine producers and could potentially pose a problem for wine producers in the year ahead.

Prowein 2016: Wine Australia's record presence at show reflects global growth of premium exports

Australia increased its stand space at Prowein by 30% this year, with some 46 exhibitors showing wines from 21 producing regions, aiming to build upon a renewed confidence rooted in growing global exports, including strong premium sales to Asia and growth in the US.

Prowein 2016: "English sparkling wine ready to take on Champagne" says Hambledon's Ian Kellett

English sparkling wine producers are on bullish form with a strong presence at ProWein reflecting a confidence in an industry that is looking to grow its production and exports significantly over the next couple of decades.

ProWein 2016: Anticipated record breaking visitor numbers at ProWein

On the final day of ProWein, a trade show considered by some to be one of the most important wine business trade fairs in the world, visitors numbers are expected to exceed last year's attendees figures.

Kingston Estate launches "next generation" of private-label wines at ProWein

South Australian winery Kingston Estate is launching three new Living Brands at ProWein this week.

ProWein 2016 preview

With the world of wine and spirits soon to descend on Düsseldorf for ProWein, Harpers delivers the essential knowledge on the largest drinks trade show

Concha y Toro's new research centre set to benefit wine industry throughout Chile

Concha y Toro hopes its new multi million pound research and innovation centre it has built in the heart of Chile's wine growing country will help the whole Chilean wine industry better understand what is possible from the country's wine producers.

Argentine wine entering a "new era", says legend of the industry Jose Zuccardi

A new generation of winemakers is helping Argentina enter a phase of "premiumisation" that concentrates of terroir-specific wines, a leading Mendoza winery has said.

Ridgeview to double production of its award winning English wine by 2020

Ridgeview, the award winning English winery, plans to double its production in the next five years as as an ambitious project of planting over 80 hectares of extra vines take effect.

Australian wine sees export value and volume growth for first time in seven years

Australian wine exports are showing positive growth in value and volume for the first time in seven years, according to new figures from the Australian Grape and Wine Authority.

ProWein 2015: Global currency fluctuations a key topic at this year's fair

The current fluctuations in currency exchange rates was the 'conversation of ProWein', particularly with the weakening euro and the strengthening US dollar having ripple effects on the global wine trade.

ProWein 2015: Global currency fluctuations a key topic at this year's fair

The current fluctuations in currency exchange rates was the 'conversation of ProWein', particularly with the weakening euro and the strengthening US dollar having ripple effects on the global wine trade.

ProWein 2015: Casella Family Brands capitalise on distribution to drive double digit growth

ProWein 2015: Australia needs to promote its stories and personalities says Laura Jewell

Australia needs to continue to concentrate on promoting the stories behind its wines and the personalities of the winemakers who make them if it is to make the most of its diverse range of wines, according to Laura Jewell MW who has just taken on her role as head of Wine Australia in the UK and Europe.

ProWein 2015: Record breaking 52,000 visitors attended this week's show

More than 52,000 visitors attended ProWein 2015 this year, an increase of 7% over last year,  further solidifying the show as a must attend event on the international wine trade calendar.

Prowein 2015: Bibendum PLB uses fair to showcase new multi-channel strategy

The recently combined Bibendum PLB company was able to showcase its new business strategy to the international wine industry at this week's Prowein with 120 of its producers taking part in the show.

Prowein 2015: Roger Jones says Auf Wiedersehen with his highlights from Dusseldorf

Roger Jones takes us around the wine world on his Prowien 2015 journey of discovery, where he explores some new and interesting wines.

Prowein 2015: Improved technology is helping South Africa make "best wines ever", says Accolade's Bruce Jack

Advances in technology, including the use of satellite and GPS tracking data, are helping winemakers in South Africa make the best wines of their generation, according to Bruce Jack, head winemaker for Accolade Wines.