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Chablis steps up sustainability focus with new methanation system

Published: 05 April, 2019

The Chablis Winegrowers Union (FDAC) has embarked on a €4.8 million project to implement a new methanation system in a bid to improve sustainable practices across the region.

31 Days of German Riesling returns

Published: 05 April, 2019

The annual celebration of Riesling is back, opening up yet more opportunities for the trade to promote and get behind Germany’s star player.

The week that was

Published: 05 April, 2019

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, here’s a review of the top online news, analysis, opinions and features.

E&J Gallo acquires over 30 wine and spirits brands from Constellation

Published: 04 April, 2019

E&J Gallo has acquired over 30 wine and spirits brands and six winemaking facilities from Constellation Brands in a $1.7 billion deal.

IMW welcomes E&J Gallo

Published: 04 April, 2019

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has welcomed E&J Gallo Winery, the world's largest family-owned winery, to its family of international supporters.

Honore Comfort named Wine Institute VP for international marketing

Published: 04 April, 2019

The Wine Institute, the voice for Californian wine, has appointed Honore Comfort as vice president of international marketing.

Pernod Ricard sets new sustainability targets

Published: 04 April, 2019

Pernod Ricard has launched its 2030 Sustainability & Responsibility Roadmap comprising eight key commitments across its business ‘from grain to grass’.

Oxford Wine Company announces new hires

Published: 04 April, 2019

The Oxford Wine Company has appointed Nancy Gilchrist MW as head of sales to the Oxford University Colleges, as well as consulting on its wine list.

Global Brands sales top £50m

Published: 04 April, 2019

Global Brands has reported a 19.5% sales increase, taking turnover to over £50 million to 30 September 2018.

Armit releases ‘crown jewel’ Rioja

Published: 03 April, 2019

Armit Wines has announced the release of the third Gran Reserva from La Rioja Alta SA - Viña Arana Gran Reserva 2012, making La Rioja Alta one of only a few wineries in the region to have three Gran Reserva wines on the market.

Amathus signs exclusive distribution deal for De Gras

Published: 03 April, 2019

Amathus Drinks has signed a deal as the exclusive distributor of Chilean wine brand De Gras, previously distributed by Enotria.

Vinexpo appoints new CEO

Published: 03 April, 2019

Vinexpo has announced that Rodolphe Lameyse will start as Vinexpo chief executive officer on 16 April.

Hospitality gender pay gap in London narrows

Published: 03 April, 2019

The gender pay gap in London’s top hospitality establishments narrowed to 5.9% (£1,784) in 2018 compared to 9.7% (£2,712) in 2017, according to new data.

Diageo announces fully paid 26-week equal parental leave for all UK employees

Published: 03 April, 2019

Diageo UK has announced it will allow men and women 52 weeks parental leave, with the first 26-weeks fully paid.

Brexit continues to impact supermarket spending

Published: 02 April, 2019

Consumer spending in the grocery sector has slowed for the third consecutive month, according to Nielsen.

Switching to cans and lower abv can boost sales, says report

Published: 02 April, 2019

Producing low or no alcohol lines and switching from bottles to cans could boost sales for the wine trade, suggest new statistics on the craft beer industry.

Co-op and Digital Goodie team up to launch online shop

Published: 02 April, 2019

The Co-op has launched its first online grocery home delivery service after teaming up with Finnish online outfit Digital Goodie. Live now, shoppers in central London can shop online and receive their order in less than two hours.