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Published: 30 May, 2012

Ed Perfect from Grape & Grain in Haywards Heath gets on his soapbox about supermarkets and the role of the local wine merchant.

Win a year's worth of free insurance cover

Published: 30 May, 2012

Everyone knows that insurance is a necessary evil. We also know that our trade is like no other - it has its own unique opportunities, threats and risks.

Indie success recognised in Harpers Awards

Published: 30 May, 2012

Independent wine merchants had their hard work and dedication to the job recognised at the inaugural Harpers Awards.

Speed dating with the suppliers

Published: 30 May, 2012

Thierry's Wine Services and Cavendish Wines share vital statistics in a quick-fire round of questions and answers. Could these be the suppliers for you?

Harpers Awards 2012 winners

Published: 23 May, 2012

Bibendum, Majestic, Sainsbury's, The Sampler, Tanner's, Jose Pizarro and Pollen Street Social were some of the big name winners at last night's inaugural Harpers Awards.

Full list of Harpers Awards finalists revealed

Published: 18 May, 2012

The full list of finalists for next week's inaugural Harpers Awards can now be revealed.

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Published: 04 May, 2012

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Harpers Awards finalists revealed

Published: 04 May, 2012

The runners and riders for the inaugural Harpers Awards include leading players from the national and independent on and off-trade sectors, as well as major wine and spirits suppliers and distributors.

Roberson Wine showcases its portfolio

Published: 02 May, 2012

The Roberson Wine Annual Portfolio Tasting will take place on May 8 (10am to 5pm) at 11-13 Cavendish Square, London.

Speed dating with the suppliers

Published: 02 May, 2012

Hatch Mansfield shares its vital statistics in a quick fire round of questions and answers. Has the supplier got what it takes to win you over?

Top Merchants blog

Published: 02 May, 2012

Hal Wilson, managing director of Cambridge Wine Merchants, shares his views on why independent retailers must work together.

Top Merchants business advice; get your story across

Published: 02 May, 2012

Top three ways to ... get your story across, by Helen McGinn from Helen McGinn Associates (helenmcginnassociates.com)

Indie merchants shortlisted for awards

Published: 02 May, 2012

Independent merchants from across the country are in the running to win a series of accolades at the inaugural Harpers Awards, taking place at London's Honourable Artillery Company on May 22.

Oxford Wine Company expands with new shop

Published: 02 May, 2012

The Oxford Wine Company’s expansion continues as the indie merchant opens a new shop in Cirencester.

The Suits to play at Harpers Awards Dinner

Published: 02 May, 2012

Harpers' very own Top Merchant Hal Wilson from Cambridge Wine Merchants will be performing at our awards bash later this month.

The best of California in the spotlight

Published: 02 May, 2012

The Vineyard Cellars and the Wine Treasury will be holding a tasting of Californian wines on May 14.

Bordeaux 2011: Lafite price down on last year

Published: 16 April, 2012

News that Château Lafite has dropped the price of its 2011 vintage on last year will have little impact on what other chateaux choose to do, according to top merchants.

Harpers Awards 2012: how to enter

Published: 01 February, 2012

Anyone interested in taking part in the inaugural Harpers Awards 2012, which looks to reward the very best in the on and off-trades and wine and spirits industry, can do so now by entering relevant categories at the dedicated website

De Bortoli latest big name to join Harpers Best Practice Guidelines for independents

Published: 30 January, 2012

De Bortoli Wines is the latest major supplier to sign up to the Harpers Best Practice Guidelines for independent wine merchants designed to bring greater channel transparency to the wine industry's fastest growing retail sector.

Your chance to be a winner at first Harpers Awards 2012

Published: 17 January, 2012

The inaugural Harpers Awards 2012, which looks to reward the very best in the on and off-trades and wine and spirits industry, will announce the winners at a special awards night at London's Honourable Artillery Company on the Tuesday of the LIWF, May 22. Here's how you can get involved and make sure your company is there on the night: