Booze barrier hovers
Published: 30 May, 2019
Checkout-free convenience stores could benefit some indie merchants, writes Andrew Catchpole
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Bordeaux pushes sustainability agenda
Published: 28 May, 2019
At first glance, it seems inconceivable that a tradition-bound region such as Bordeaux could willingly embrace change. The strict hierarchy of Bordeaux’s classed growths, cemented in 1855, is as intransigent as it was in the 19th century. Bordeaux’s winemakers remain defined by the vines and the soil they inherit.
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Plumpton: A new wine epicentre
Published: 16 May, 2019
As the founder of Plumpton College’s wine division prepares to depart for pastures new, Jo Gilbert finds out what the future holds for this rapidly evolving institution.
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California: Western promise
Published: 13 May, 2019
A recent California Wines tasting convinced many that the Golden State is back on track. Andrew Catchpole reports on its refreshed identity
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Bordeaux 2018 EP report & Gavin Quinney's Top 100
Published: 09 May, 2019
Gavin Quinney delivers his annual insights and scores (see below) on the Bordeaux 2018 vintage for a year he describes as “extraordinary”.
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Local heroes abroad: GB wine exports rise
Published: 08 May, 2019
English and Welsh wines are on a real roll, and not just at home. Exports are expected to rise significantly over the next few years, reports Lisa Riley
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What’s hot at this year’s LWF
Published: 07 May, 2019
With exhibitor numbers up significantly, LWF 2019 promises to be a better showcase than ever. Lisa Riley breaks down what visitors have to look forward to
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Stuffed on staff?
Published: 03 May, 2019
Brexit is boosting British job uptake in hospitality, but a severe worker shortage continues to undermine the trade, as Andrew Catchpole reports.
Ten years of Tio Pepe En Rama
Published: 02 May, 2019
A decade ago, González Byass UK managed to shake up a moribund sherry category with Tio Pepe En Rama. Jo Gilbert dissects its success
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Botanical battle
Published: 01 May, 2019
With sales still fast climbing, Andrew Catchpole asks if value can be locked in to future proof the category against peak gin
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Has the king of fizz gone flat?
Published: 30 April, 2019
The Champenois are working to adapt and recover Champagne’s position in the UK. But there is division among its ranks about how best to engage with younger consumers. James Lawrence reports
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America's frontier wine states
Published: 29 April, 2019
Americans may believe size is important, but there is far more to the nation’s wine than just what comes out of California, as Norman Miller discovers
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A brave new world disease resistant vines
Published: 24 April, 2019
As disease-resistant vine quality improves, Darren Smith assesses how environmental pressures may radically alter the viticultural landscape
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The end of sex, drugs…and alcohol?
Published: 23 April, 2019
The brains behind synthetic alternative Alcosynth say they’re five years from hitting the market and revolutionising the alcohol industry. Is this really the future, asks Jo Gilbert?
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Together we can change the world
Published: 17 April, 2019
The 2019 Climate Change Leadership Conference called for the wine industry to set a global example. Lisa Riley reports
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Risky business in Rioja
Published: 15 April, 2019
Rioja’s new single-vineyard classification signals the region’s desire to go after greater premium market share. The big question is, will it succeed?
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The Naked Gun
Published: 11 April, 2019
The Majestic brand has taken a bullet and is soon to be haemorrhaging stores, handing an opportunity to independents to fill the gap. Jo Gilbert reports
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Think France: Pitching the dragons
Published: 10 April, 2019
A Dragons’ Den-style debate opened Harpers exciting new Think France day of tastings and masterclasses, promising to be both lively and informative, and so it proved on the day, delivering passionate pitches across a host of diverse ideas aimed at benefitting the French wine category.
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California rises from the ashes
Published: 08 April, 2019
Northern California’s wine industry continues to recover after the record-breaking wildfires of 2017.
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Thinking holistically
Published: 03 April, 2019
Quality juice alone falls short of selling the whole wine experience. Andrew Catchpole tunes into the neuroscience behind good design
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