Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Wine trade stalwart John Hutton passes away

Published: 20 April, 2026

Widely respected UK trade figure John Hutton has passed away, having had a long and illustrious career with some of the top names in the business.

Leadership reshuffle sees Rob Symington land as MD of BBR

Published: 01 August, 2025

Leading Douro producer Symington Family Estates (SFE) has unveiled a series of major personnel changes as Rob Symington, a fifth-generation member of the founding family, takes a new role in the UK trade.

Berry Bros. & Rudd dives into regenerative viticulture collaboration

Published: 24 November, 2022

Fine wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd (BBR) has announced a new collaboration with the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation, as it aims to ‘lead the industry’ on its journey towards increasingly sustainable vineyard practices.

Berry Bros. & Rudd strengthens its hand in FY22

Published: 07 November, 2022

Fine wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd has uncorked its financial results for FY22, reporting 3.7% sales growth and a 107% rise in EBITDA – growth the business attributes to an ever-growing consumer appetite for fine wine collecting.

Bancroft showcases new-look portfolio at first post-lockdown tasting

Published: 14 September, 2021

The trade was in fine form at Trivet restaurant in London Bridge yesterday, where mid-sized supplier Bancroft Wines debuted many of the wines brought over from the trimming of Berry Bros & Rudd’s wholesale arm, Field, Morris & Verdin (FMV).

Berry Bros & Rudd to build largest private client facility in Europe

Published: 02 August, 2021

London-based fine wine merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd is drastically expanding its capabilities for private clients with plans to build a new state-of-the-art warehouse which can hold up to 14 million bottles.

BBR return to form with highest operating profits since 2010

Published: 26 November, 2020

Berry Bros. & Rudd (BBR) has posted strong results, showing the family-owned business in growth for FY20 and “solid” half-year results for FY21.

WSTA webinar to offer indies “essential” advice on 1 January trading preparations

Published: 26 November, 2020

Fine wine and independent merchants are being invited to attend a free ‘Essential Preparations for 1 January Trading’ webinar hosted by the Wine & Spirit Association (WSTA) on 2 December.

Seckford expands SA range with Waterford Estate

Published: 08 October, 2020

Seckford Agencies has expanded its South African portfolio with Stellenbosch producer Waterford Estate.

Quinta de la Rosa latest to join Bibendum from FMV

Published: 03 September, 2020

Bibendum Wine has expanded its Douro menu with the addition of Quinta de la Rosa to its on-trade and Walker & Wodehouse portfolios.

Famille Perrin moves from FMV to Liberty Wines

Published: 17 August, 2020

Famille Perrin has moved its UK and Ireland distribution from Fields, Morris & Verdin (FMV) to Liberty Wines with immediate effect.

Berry Bros & Rudd announces new CEO

Published: 16 July, 2020

Berry Bros & Rudd has appointed Emma Fox as its new CEO with effect from 3 August 2020.

Berry Bros and Liberty aim to raise thousands for hospitality

Published: 26 May, 2020

Supplier Liberty Wines and merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd (BBR) are among those leading a number of initiatives to support hospitality businesses during Covid-19 lockdown.

Living with lockdown – Natalie Tennent, Berry Bros. & Rudd

Published: 22 May, 2020

Jo Gilbert caught up with Natalie Tennent, chief operating officer of London merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd about a large part of the business going into hibernation, while preparing for a shift in gears when lockdown eases.