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Pernod Ricard announces double-digit broad-based growth

Published: 31 August, 2023

In its FY23 performance review, Pernod Ricard, the world's second-largest wine and spirits seller, grew net sales by 10% (€12,137m).

C&C group adds Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

Published: 31 August, 2023

Pacific Northwest producer Ste. Michelle Wine Estates has appointed C&C group to distribute its portfolio in the UK.

Premium drinks stand tall amid against cost-of-living crisis

Published: 31 August, 2023

Premium alcohol brands are continuing to gather pace in the face of a mounting global cost of living crisis, new analysis suggests, with aspirational drinking still very much on top form.

Rathfinny consolidates Asia Pacific foothold

Published: 31 August, 2023

Rathfinny Estate has announced a new partnership with leading Japanese importer Vin Passion, extending the producer’s reach in the Asia-Pacific region.

31 Days of German Riesling 2023 winner announced

Published: 30 August, 2023

For the 12th consecutive year, Wines of Germany UK ran its 31 Days of Riesling campaign, incentivising sites across the country to fly the flag for Germany’s flagship grape.

Harpers indies survey reveals widespread price rises

Published: 30 August, 2023

Harpers’ latest survey canvassed the UK’s independent retailers to ask which cost pressures are affecting them most and to what extent. Now, the results are in – and we can the report that price rises have become a necessary evil for the majority of businesses.

70% of women in whisky face harassment survey finds

Published: 30 August, 2023

A new survey of over 600 women in the global whisky industry has revealed the sobering challenges women face working in the sector.

Inaugural London Wine Festival to welcome 15,000 attendees

Published: 29 August, 2023

A 15,000-capacity consumer wine festival is to officially launch in London before Christmas.

Cherubino Wines acquires Margaret River Winemakers

Published: 29 August, 2023

Cherubino Wines has announced the acquisition of Margaret River Winemakers, a winery and spirits brand located on Bussell Highway, 14km west of Margaret River township.

New MWs anointed in Italy and US

Published: 25 August, 2023

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has welcomed two new members, taking the numbers holding the coveted title globally to 414.

Second outing for Quinta do Noval’s Terroir Series

Published: 25 August, 2023

Quinta do Noval has launched the second wine from their ultra-premium, limited edition Terroir Series – a collaboration between Carlos Agrellos, Noval’s technical director, and Christian Seely.

Friday read: Provence, Pernod and the rise of ‘pink gold’

Published: 25 August, 2023

Nicknamed ‘pink gold’ on the Cote d’Azur, Provence rosé continues to see a flood of investment into the category – most recently demonstrated by Pernod Ricard, which has acquired a majority share of Château Sainte Marguerite.

Indigo Wine adds Sugrue South Downs to portfolio

Published: 24 August, 2023

Importer and distributor Indigo Wine has added Sussex-based Sugrue South Downs to its portfolio.

Vinoteca rescued by private equity firm

Published: 24 August, 2023

Wine bar group Vinoteca’s future has been secured with the purchase of the business out of administration by a private equity firm.

WineGB announces new CEO

Published: 23 August, 2023

Wines of Great Britain (WineGB) has announced the appointed of Nicola Bates as its new CEO.

Fourth Wave Wine lauds FTA for UK growth

Published: 23 August, 2023

Australian wine company, Fourth Wave Wine, has reported that since launching into the UK market in August 2022, it has made significant strides with UK retail customers and consumers alike, by surpassing more than 500,000 sold.

WSTA speakers sign up for SITT Autumn

Published: 23 August, 2023

The Specialist Importers’ Trade Tasting can reveal that the WSTA’s Miles Beale and Simon Cairns will be joining Harpers at its autumn edition, taking place in both London (18 September) and Manchester (20 September).

Details of first Vinexposium Business Awards revealed

Published: 23 August, 2023

Vinexposium, the leading organiser of global wine and spirits events, has launched its first-ever V d’Or Business Awards.

Looking Back, Forging Ahead Q&A: Ben Knollys, Hatch Mansfield

Published: 23 August, 2023

Midway through 2023, Harpers is taking stock of yet another turbulent year for the drinks trade, with plenty of highs and lows, so far. We continue our series with Ben Knollys, MD of Hatch Mansfield, to find out how the year as gone so far, and what the remainder may bring.

Wines of Greece tastings mark record exports

Published: 22 August, 2023

Following the success of the June tastings in London and Edinburgh, Wines of Greece is back with a series of ‘Highlight Tastings’ in Manchester (11 September) and London (25 & 26 September).