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Viñalba becomes official wine partner of Bath Rugby

Published: 06 April, 2023

Argentine wine brand Viñalba has been announced as the official wine partner of Premiership Rugby Club Bath Rugby.

LWC Drinks launches new, no-and-low wine collection

Published: 15 September, 2022

Italian wine producer Bosca has released its new range of low-and-no wines exclusively through LWC Drinks, the UK’s largest independent drinks wholesaler.

Canned Wine Co. partners with National Gallery

Published: 10 August, 2022

The growing trend of unlikely brand crossovers has made its way into the drinks trade with Canned Wine Co. X National Gallery.

Never Mind the Bollocks

Published: 10 August, 2022

Creating a brand that upends the wine-centric view of the trade has been tried many times, but a new collaboration between experienced buyer Andrew Ingham and Cape winery Journey’s End may just have what it takes to bridge the gap with wine-interest-lite consumers. And, if it does gain traction, there may well be salient lessons to learn for the wider trade at a time when interest in wine – especially among younger consumers – has stalled.

Brighton & Hove Pride to welcome Squealing Pig as official sponsor

Published: 03 August, 2022

Global wine brand Squealing Pig has been unveiled as the official wine sponsor of Brighton & Hove Pride this year.

English wine news including new Hattingley Valley winemaker

Published: 07 July, 2022

Award-winning English winery, Hattingley Valley, has appointed a new head winemaker, Robert MacCulloch MW.

Nyetimber appoints Rolls-Royce's Richard Carter as CEO

Published: 05 July, 2022

Nyetimber has announced the appointment of Richard Carter as CEO of the company from July 2022.

Harpers Exclusive: The Wines Direct Consumer Award winners 2022

Published: 30 May, 2022

Now in its fourth year, Harpers can exclusively reveal the 2022 Wine Direct Awards results.

Jacopo Mazzeo: How British drinks are standing out from the crowd

Published: 13 May, 2022

The UK’s spirits industry is flourishing. The UK Spirits Alliance claims the number of British distilleries has tripled in the past five years alone, sitting today at about 710. While the wide array of homemade spirits available to British consumers makes for a dynamic, vibrant and diverse market, it also means that standing out from the crowd is for brands an increasingly challenging endeavour.

ReSea Project seeks drinks partners to combat ocean pollution

Published: 13 May, 2022

ReSea Project is calling on UK drinks brands, manufacturers and importers to upscale their environmental credentials and commit to removing plastic from the planet’s oceans and rivers.

Hardys launch wine in a can in three different varietals

Published: 12 May, 2022

Hardys, the UK’s number one wine brand, is set to unveil a new canned format in June. New Hardys Cans will launch in three popular wine varietals – Rosé, Chardonnay and Shiraz - across all channels.

New report shows that wine brand equity is stabilising after Covid

Published: 11 May, 2022

Building on feedback from over 400 million wine drinkers globally, the Wine Intelligence Global Wine Brand Power Index reveals a stabilisation of wine brand equity, following the steep erosion of brand equity seen in 2021 amidst Covid disruptions.

Madame F launches rosé in Sainsbury's nationwide

Published: 06 May, 2022

Madame F, the LGBTQ+ wine brand has added a rosé to its range of vegan wines.

Taylor's and Quinta do Noval declare 2020 vintages

Published: 25 April, 2022

Taylor's, one of the most historic Port Wine houses of the Douro Valley region has released its Quinta de Vargellas Vintage 2020, following a 2020 season characterised by "extraordinarily high sugar levels".

Cono Sur launches new Sauvignon Blanc Blush as pale rosé trend continues to soar

Published: 25 April, 2022

Cono Sur, one of Chile’s leading wineries, has launched a new Sauvignon Blanc Blush into its Bicicleta range.

Hardys launches new non-alcoholic range

Published: 14 April, 2022

Hardys, the UK’s number one wine brand, has launched Hardys Zero, a new non-alcoholic range that utilises de-alcoholising technology.

Hidden Sea celebrates removing 10 million plastic bottles from the ocean

Published: 08 April, 2022

Sustainability is more of a strategic priority in the drinks industry than ever before. According to the 2022 Footprint Drinks Industry report, 53% of consumers seek information on their favourite drinks brands and venues regarding environmental and social responsibility.

Virgin Wines introduce The Benevolent Range charitable wine collection

Published: 08 April, 2022

Virgin Wines have teamed up with several winemakers to create three new wines; a South Australian Cabernet Blend, a Chilean Pinot Grigio and a Carménère, also from Chile.

ICEX appoints SOPEXA to run Foods and Wines From Spain marketing campaign in the UK

Published: 01 April, 2022

SOPEXA has been apointed to work alongside ICEX to promote Spain’s vibrant food and wine heritage, which has been revived by a young generation of producers and winemakers determined to showcase their modern take on century-old traditions to the British market.