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Jo Irvine launches ‘luxury’ wine

Published:  24 May, 2019

Cachet Wine has announced a partnership with Jo Irvine to distribute her Australian wine brand in the UK. The six-strong range has an RRP of between £29.99 and £39.99.

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The week that was

Published:  24 May, 2019

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, here’s a review of the top online news, analysis, opinions and features.

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Sicily reveals positive outlook

Published:  24 May, 2019

The latest Sicilian vintage will be notable for its “balance in all respects, weather and climate, production and quality” said Uva Sapiens founder and consultant Mattia Filippi at the 16th edition of Sicilia en Primeur.

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Bordeaux tourism infrastructure set for major expansion

Published:  24 May, 2019

Oenotourism in Bordeaux is set to expand significantly in the coming years, with a rash of new projects and developments in the pipeline.

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LWF: UK trade’s ‘puritan approach’ to wine holds back profitability

Published:  24 May, 2019

A Harpers panel at London Wine Fair (LWF) charged with assessing how to build greater value back into the trade painted a picture of a wine world too immersed in its own product to clearly communicate any ‘added value’ that can encourage higher consumer spend.

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LWF: London Wine Fair hails successful show

Published:  23 May, 2019

The London Wine Fair (LWF) has said visitor numbers exceeded expectations for its 39th show.

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LWF: Private label wine grows market share to 40%

Published:  23 May, 2019

Private label wine continues to encroach on the market share of branded wine, it has been revealed - while private label for the entire grocery sector has already eclipsed branded FMCG products.

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Moët Summer House to re-open in June

Published:  23 May, 2019

Moët & Chandon is bringing back its Summer House members club this summer, between 7 and 9 June.

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Scotch sets out vision for the future

Published:  23 May, 2019

The Scotch Whisky industry plans to combine “future global growth” with “action to ensure the environmental sustainability” of the industry.

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Brancott Estate launches organic wine

Published:  23 May, 2019

Brancott Estate has launched its first organic and vegan wine range after the organic wine market grew 11% year on year.

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LWF: Visitor numbers tracking 2018 despite entry fee

Published:  22 May, 2019

The number of visitors to London Wine Fair (LWF) is tracking those of last year so far despite the entry fee introduced for the first time this year.

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UK retains top five status as global market for still and sparkling imports

Published:  22 May, 2019

The UK remains the world’s second biggest importer of still and sparkling wine, analysts have confirmed - despite the era of high volume wine sales being “over for good”.

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Accolade powers up with new wind turbine

Published:  22 May, 2019

Accolade Wines has installed a 2.5MW wind turbine to help run its Accolade Park DC.

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Chucs launches first café and appoints former Jamie Oliver executive chef

Published:  22 May, 2019
 

Chucs has launched its new café concept, its first foray into casual dining, which will open on 10 June.

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UK drinkers reaching for Fairtrade bottles

Published:  22 May, 2019

Fairtrade wine is becoming increasingly popular, with 39% of Fairtrade shoppers seeking out the Fairtrade label on wines and spirits, up 10% on 2010.

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Scottish DRS could put glass recycling in reverse and increase use of plastic

Published:  22 May, 2019

UK glass manufacturers have warned the Scottish deposit recycling scheme, which includes glass, will “prompt a switch to plastic packaging” and could result in “plant closures and job losses”.

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Chapel Down launches its first sparkling Bacchus

Published:  21 May, 2019

Chapel Down has released its first sparkling Bacchus version.

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Jamie’s Italian calls in administrators

Published:  21 May, 2019

Jamie Oliver’s restaurant empire is at the brink of collapse, with the group having called in the administrators putting up to 1,300 jobs at risk.

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LWF: Consumers value experiences over value for money, says CGA

Published:  21 May, 2019

There has been a major shift in the way consumers decide which venues to visit, with the promise of entertainment and engagement now taking precedent over value for money.

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LWF: Inter Rhône reveals “promising” first quarter UK export trends

Published:  21 May, 2019

Inter Rhône has revealed a “very promising” start to 2019 with preliminary data showing export sales to the UK near stagnant compared to the double-digit volume drop recorded in 2018.

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