Why TWE started over in China

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), the Australian owner of leading brand Penfolds, has shed some light on why it decided to call time on its distributor in China – and why setting up on its own steam has been key to growth in the country.

European wine scientists to share expertise with Oz research institute

European wine scientists are set to share their expertise with the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI) in Adelaide as part of a major EU funded exchange program.

The Vineyard Hotel introduces wine festival featuring leading suppliers

The Vineyard Hotel in Berkshire has launched a wine festival featuring leading suppliers such as Tattinger, Hallgarten and E&J Gallo.

Soave anticipates reduced but high quality vintage

Soave Consorzio has announed it is expecting to produce a reduced but “pristine harvest of classically balanced top quality wines” on the back of 2019’s long moderate growing season.

Cockburn’s unveils image overhaul

Port royalty, the Symingtons Family Estate, has unveiled a new look for its core Cockburn’s range to coincide with the 50th anniversary of its Special Reserve label.

Wine GB optimistic it will hit ambitious export estimate

Wine GB has said it is confident it will hit its estimated £350m export target set for 2040 as exports doubles, albeit from a small platform.

Vino Verde turns focus on the UK

Vinho Verde is launching a new campaign to fulfil the Portuguese wine region’s potential in the UK.

Majestic takes inspiration from Netflix and Spotify for new ‘wine fitting’ service

Majestic Wine has introduced a ‘wine fitting’ service aimed at helping wine drinkers who “don’t know their way around a wine list”.

Looking ahead: Doug Wregg, Les Cave de Pyrene

As the first half of 2019 draws to a close, Harpers asked key trade figures to highlight the current challenges, ongoing trends and opportunities

Atkin warns South Africa cannot continue to be the world’s wine "bargain basement"

Black Chalk secures £1.5m investment for new winery

English wine producer Black Chalk is poised to expand significantly following the business securing investment from two new backers alongside additional investment from the current directors and an EU fund to the combined tune of £1.5m.

SITT Autumn countdown is on

Independent buyers across the on- and off-trade have less than a week to wait for the Specialist Importers Trade Tastings (SITT) Autumn show.

North South Wines adds California’s Scheid Family Wines to portfolio

North South Wines has signed a deal to exclusively represent California’s Scheid Family Wines brands across all trade channels in the UK.

Looking ahead: Mark Roberts, Lanchester Wines

As the first half of 2019 draws to a close, Harpers asked key trade figures to highlight the current challenges, ongoing trends and opportunities

Midlifers targeted in new Drink Free Days campaign

Licensees and retailers are being urged to encourage midlife drinkers to cut their alcohol consumption as part of Drinkaware’s latest Drink Free Days campaign.

Online wine auction first for Brightwells

Brightwells has extended its online timed auctions to cover French wine for the first time.

Harpers 2019 England Wine Stars Awards to be revealed at Wine GB tasting

Winners of the 2019 Harpers England Wine Stars Awards are set to be unveiled at the Wine GB annual trade and press tasting event this Wednesday.

Looking ahead: Nik Darlington, Graft Wines

As the first half of 2019 draws to a close, Harpers asked key trade figures to highlight the current challenges, ongoing trends and opportunities

Three new UK MWs announced as part of fresh batch

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has announced eight new Masters of Wine, from five different countries.

Bon Coeur throws down gauntlet to wine enthusiasts

North Yorkshire based Bon Coeur Fine Wines is marking its 25th anniversary with the launch of a new initiative, which will allow “keen novices” to test their skills as part of a unique tasting panel.