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Imports down in China but drinkers trade up

Published: 11 June, 2019

The volume of wine imported by China has fallen for the first time since 2014, according to the latest Wine Intelligence report.

Goedhuis & Co appoints senior fine wine & spirits buyer

Published: 11 June, 2019

Goedhuis & Co has appointed Kate Janecek to the newly created role of senior fine wine and spirits buyer as it ramps up its spirits offering.

Gin in the pink

Published: 11 June, 2019

The popularity of pink gin is driving total on-trade gin sales, according to new CGA research.

Zero growth for pubs and restaurants in May

Published: 11 June, 2019

UK pubs and restaurants saw trading fall flat in May, according to the latest Coffer Peach Business Tracker. Collective like-for-like sales growth across the market was zero compared to last year.

Conegliano Valdobbiadene bans glyphosate in its vineyards

Published: 11 June, 2019

The Consorzio of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG has forbidden the use of glyphosate in its vineyards.

BRC records worst footfall figures in six years

Published: 10 June, 2019

Shops across Britain suffered their steepest fall in customer visits in six years in the past month, with footfall plummeting as declines were recorded in every region, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC).

Majestic’s profits predicted to fall by 36%

Published: 10 June, 2019

Majestic Wines’ pre-tax profits are expected to drop by 36% year-on-year to £11m.

Belsazar Vermouth launches Summer Spritz campaign

Published: 10 June, 2019

Belsazar Vermouth has launched a new range of "summer serves" to take advantage of consumer demand for lower abv drinks and spritzers when the sun comes out.

I Heart Wines launches first TV campaign

Published: 10 June, 2019

I Heart Wines will launch its first TV ad campaign today (10 June) as part of “biggest investment” behind the brand to date.

Johnnie Walker master blender awarded OBE

Published: 10 June, 2019

Dr Jim Beveridge, Johnnie Walker’s master blender, has been awarded an OBE for his outstanding service to the Scotch whisky industry.

On-trade is moving with the times, say suppliers, as Jamie’s and other well-known faces disappear from the high street

Published: 07 June, 2019

The tired, middle of the road, mid-market section of the on-trade is falling away to make way for new, more innovative concepts, suppliers have told Harpers.

Plumpton reveals Dr Greg Dunn to take over when Chris Foss retires

Published: 07 June, 2019

Plumpton College has announced that Dr Greg Dunn, currently programme manager for its MSc in Viticulture & Oenologye, will take over as curriculum manager for the wine division when Chris Foss retires later this month.

The Oxford Wine Company reveals new hires

Published: 07 June, 2019

The Oxford Wine Company has boosted its team with two new members.

The week that was

Published: 07 June, 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.

Soave’s top sites upgraded to crus

Published: 06 June, 2019

The Italian Ministry of Agriculture has officially recognised 33 cru vineyards in Soave, following an 18-year “zoning” project by the region’s consorzio.

Thirst for premium spirits boosts Rémy Cointreau

Published: 06 June, 2019

Rémy Cointreau has posted annual sales growth of 7.9% to €1,22bn driven by strong global sales of its key premium brands.

In store rationalisation means consumers are seeking out diversity online

Published: 06 June, 2019

Wine is the most frequently purchased alcoholic beverage online, it has been revealed, as consumers increasingly turn to the web to seek out the product diversity that’s been lost from the high street.

Martini and William Grant & Sons enter burgeoning low/no sector

Published: 06 June, 2019

Martini and William Grant & Sons have entered the burgeoning low/lo alcohol category.

Denbies releases traditional method sparkling Bacchus wine

Published: 06 June, 2019

Denbies Wine Estate has released a sparkling Bacchus made using the traditional method, which it claims to be the first of its kind to be produced in this way in the UK.

Online wine platform Winebuyers adds ‘Direct from the Distillery’ section

Published: 06 June, 2019

Online wine platform and members club Winebuyers has added a new section to its website that allows customers to connect with, and buy directly from British and Irish distilleries.

Imports down in China but drinkers trade up

Goedhuis & Co appoints senior fine wine & spirits buyer

Gin in the pink

Zero growth for pubs and restaurants in May

Conegliano Valdobbiadene bans glyphosate in its vineyards

BRC records worst footfall figures in six years

Majestic’s profits predicted to fall by 36%

Belsazar Vermouth launches Summer Spritz campaign

I Heart Wines launches first TV campaign

Johnnie Walker master blender awarded OBE

On-trade is moving with the times, say suppliers, as Jamie’s and other well-known faces disappear from the high street

Plumpton reveals Dr Greg Dunn to take over when Chris Foss retires

The Oxford Wine Company reveals new hires

The week that was

Soave’s top sites upgraded to crus

Thirst for premium spirits boosts Rémy Cointreau

In store rationalisation means consumers are seeking out diversity online

Martini and William Grant & Sons enter burgeoning low/no sector

Denbies releases traditional method sparkling Bacchus wine

Online wine platform Winebuyers adds ‘Direct from the Distillery’ section

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