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The week that was: top news, Q&As and opinion on Harpers.co.uk

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, we have put together a review of the top online news, Q&As, and opinion stories.

Unprecedented weather has had "major impact" on Champagne economy

Frost, mildew and scalding weather in 2016 has had a "major impact" on Champagne, accounting for as much as 80% crop losses in one area before the harvest even began.

The week that was: top news, Q&As and opinion on Harpers.co.uk

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, we have put together a review of the top online news, Q&As, and opinion stories.

English sparkling wine had its best summer yet, says Vivino

English sparkling wine hit an all time high in the UK this summer, according to wine app, Vivino.

National Champagne Week aiming to improve Champagne's approachability

National Champagne Week returns for the fourth time next month, aiming to bring the ever popular French fizz to a new audience.

Outrage as the London Annual Champagne Tasting is cancelled

The committee which organises the annual London event has announced that it will not be holding this year's tasting - and doesn't know when or if it will return to the UK.

French wine production expected to drop 8% for 2016 due to poor spring weather

French wine production is expected to decline 8% for the 2016 harvest following the damaging hailstorms and spring frost which hit several different areas across the country according to the French Minister of Agriculture Stéphane Le Foll.

Moët & Chandon release wines from "cooler" 2008 vintage

Moët & Chandon has released its Grand Vintage Blanc and Grand Vintage Rosé from the 2008 vintage.

IWC 2016 Results: 2016 Champion wine winners

Last night at the annual International Wine Challenge awards dinner in London, five wines were crowned Champions and one wine took home the Champion of Champions award, recognised as some of the top gongs in the industry.

Champagne de Castelnau undergoes image revamp

Champagne de Castelnau is heading in a new ultra modern direction for its centenary with the launch of its first prestige cuvée.

Nicolas Feuillatte launches contemporary communication strategy

A major marketing shake up was unveiled at Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte's 40^th anniversary bash in Paris on 7 June

Analysis: Is there a gap between Prosecco and Champagne?

Sparkling wine sales continue to boom, but it's a lopsided affair.  Is there a gap in the void between Prosecco and Champagne?

Nicolas Feuillatte partners with Harpers in exciting new 'Other Side of Life' competition

New intitaitive asks "what do you do when not immersed in the trade?" with trip for two to Nicolas Feuillatte on offer.

Champagne de Castelnau celebrates centenary with new launch

Champagne de Castelnau is celebrating its 100^th anniversary this year with the launch of its first prestige cuvée

Taittinger gastronomy competition reaches the big 50

Champagne Taittinger is celebrating the 50th anniversary of their renowned Taittinger Prix Culinaire International.

Sales are up at Nicolas Feuillatte but export volume down due to a "fiercely competitive" UK market

Top Champagne house Centre Vinicole - Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte (CV-CNF) has released its sales figures for last year which show growth of 2% from 2014 and 2015 - although exports are down.

Kingscote taking a leaf out of Champagne's book for first fizz

A Sussex winery is gearing up to launch its first sparkling wine - drawing heavily from France's most famous sparkling wine region.

Moët & Chandon launches "pink partner" to its Blanc Ice Impérial NV

Moët & Chandon is launching its Moët Ice Impérial Rosé NV, believed to be the first ever Rosé Champagne to be served over ice.

The Champagne Academy celebrates 60 years and unveils its 2016 course programme